Pronunciation

/ˈplɑt/

Definitions

Noun

1. Plot (noun): A plan or scheme for a story, drama, or series of events; a sequence of actions that make up a narrative. For example: “The movie’s intricate plot kept the audience engaged.”
2. Land plot (noun): A section of land designated for a specific purpose, often with boundaries marked. For example: “The farmer measured out the new plot for planting corn.”
3. Graphical plot (noun): A visual representation of data points on a graph. For example: “The scientist analyzed the data and created a line plot.”

Verb

1. To devise or create a plot, especially for a story or play. For example: “The author carefully plotted the twists and turns of her novel.”
2. To follow a course of action or events, especially as outlined in a story or plan. For example: “They plotted their escape route through the forest.”

Phrases

• “Unraveling the plot” means to discover or understand the sequence of events in a story.
• “Keep to the plot” refers to staying on track with the main storyline.
• “A tangled plot” describes a complex or convoluted story.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The detective was analyzing the crime scene to piece together the plot.”
• Verb: “She decided to plot her career path after finishing college.”
• As a verb: “He quickly explained the plot of the book to his friend.”

Synonyms

• Storyline
• Narrative
• Plotline
• Plot summary
• Outline
• Scheme
• Design

Antonyms

• Disorganization
• Confusion
• Randomness