What is the meaning of Synopsis?

A brief summary of the major points of a written work, either as prose or as a table; an abridgment or condensation of a work.

A reference work containing brief articles that taken together give an overview of an entire field.

A prayer book for use by the laity of the church.

synopsis

a general overview or synoptic table of a topic

Plot summary of a movie

list

synopsis, overview

Synonym of synops (synopsis)

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