storyline

noun
UK: /ˈstɔːrilaɪn/
US: /ˈstɔːrilaɪn/

  1. The plot or sequence of events in a story, novel, film, or play.

    1. The movie's storyline was simple and easy to follow.
    2. The complex storyline of the novel kept me guessing until the very end so I like it.

  2. A summary or outline of the plot of a story.

    1. He gave a quick storyline of the new game.
    2. The scriptwriter presented a detailed storyline for the upcoming TV series that impressed everyone.

Synonyms

plot story narrative scenario

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "storyline" in English means: The plot or sequence of events in a story, novel, film, or play., A summary or outline of the plot of a story..

The phonetic transcription of "storyline" is /ˈstɔːrilaɪn/ in British English and /ˈstɔːrilaɪn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "storyline": plot, story, narrative, scenario.

Example usage of "storyline": "The movie's storyline was simple and easy to follow.". More examples on the page.