storyline

[ˈstɔːriˌlaɪn]

storyline Definition

the plot or main story of a literary work, movie, TV series, etc..

Using storyline: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "storyline" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The storyline of the novel is very engaging.

  • Example

    The movie's storyline was predictable but still enjoyable.

  • Example

    The TV series has a complex and intriguing storyline.

storyline Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for storyline

Phrases with storyline

  • to understand and keep track of the plot of a literary work, movie, TV series, etc.

    Example

    It can be difficult to follow the storyline of this book because of all the different characters and subplots.

  • to depart from the main plot or narrative of a literary work, movie, TV series, etc.

    Example

    The movie deviates from the storyline of the book in several places.

  • a plot or narrative that is uninteresting, poorly developed, or implausible

    Example

    The movie had great special effects, but the weak storyline made it hard to enjoy.

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Summary: storyline in Brief

The term 'storyline' [ˈstɔːriˌlaɪn] refers to the main plot or narrative of a literary work, movie, TV series, etc. It can be engaging or predictable, complex or simple, and may have subplots or deviations. Phrases like 'follow the storyline' and 'deviate from the storyline' describe how the audience interacts with it, while 'a weak storyline' denotes an uninteresting or poorly developed plot.

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