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scenario

1 of 1noun
/səˈnɛrioʊ/
Forms:scenarios
1

a written description of the characters, events, or settings in a movie or play

B2

A scenario is a detailed outline or description of a sequence of events, potential situations, characters, or settings in a film, play, or other narrative work. It provides a framework for how a story might unfold, including key actions, character interactions, and plot developments. Scenarios help writers and filmmakers plan and visualize the progression of their story, offering a guide for structuring scenes and developing the narrative. This planning tool is used to explore different possibilities and ensure that the story flows logically and coherently.

  • The screenwriter presented several scenarios for the plot of the upcoming movie.
  • Military strategists developed multiple scenarios to anticipate different outcomes of the battle.
  • The business analyst outlined a worst-case scenario for the company's financial projections.
  • She imagined various scenarios for her future career path before making a decision.
  • The novel explores a dystopian scenario where society has collapsed due to environmental catastrophe.
2

a hypothetical sequence of events or a plausible situation that could unfold

  • The military strategists developed various scenarios to anticipate enemy movements.
  • In business planning, it's essential to consider different scenarios to prepare for uncertainties.
  • The novel explores a dystopian scenario where technology controls every aspect of society.
  • During disaster preparedness training, emergency responders practice scenarios to ensure readiness.
  • The scientist presented a worst-case scenario for climate change, emphasizing the need for immediate action.
3

the setting, backdrop, or context in which a work of art, literature, or event occurs

  • The novel's scenario is a post-apocalyptic world.
  • The painting's scenario reflects a busy marketplace.
  • The play unfolds in an elaborate garden scenario.
  • The artist imagined a fantastical scenario for the sculpture.