synopsis
/sɪˈnɒpsɪs/ · /sɪˈnɑːpsɪs/
CEFR level C1Topic EducationWord #6672 in the learning path
梗概；概要
Definitions
n. A short account of the main points of a work.
梗概；概要
Example
I read the synopsis before borrowing the novel.
借这本小说之前，我先看了故事梗概。
Students should provide a brief synopsis of their proposed research before discussing the methods they intend to use.
学生在讨论拟采用的方法之前，应先简要概述计划开展的研究。
Collocations
- a brief synopsis
- a plot synopsis
- a synopsis of the report
Word family
- synoptic (adj.)
Synonyms
- summary
- outline
- overview
Usage tip
复数为synopses；常用a synopsis of表示某作品的梗概。
FAQ
- What does synopsis mean?
- A short account of the main points of a work.
- How is synopsis pronounced?
- UK /sɪˈnɒpsɪs/, US /sɪˈnɑːpsɪs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
