Plots: meaning, definitions and examples

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plots

 

[ plɒts ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

storytelling

Plots are the sequence of events that make up a story, novel, or play. They typically include an introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

Synonyms

narrative, scheme, storyline

Examples of usage

  • The plot of the movie was full of twists and turns.
  • She carefully crafted the plot of her mystery novel.
  • The plot of the play kept the audience on the edge of their seats.
  • The detective uncovered the sinister plot to overthrow the government.
  • The plot thickened as more secrets were revealed.
Context #2 | Verb

conspiring

To plot means to plan secretly or conspiratorially. It involves devising a scheme or strategy, often with a specific goal in mind.

Synonyms

conspire, plan, scheme

Examples of usage

  • The villains plotted to steal the crown jewels.
  • They were plotting a surprise party for her birthday.
  • She plotted her revenge against those who had wronged her.
  • The group plotted to overthrow the oppressive regime.
  • He was caught plotting against his business partner.

Translations

Translations of the word "plots" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tramas

🇮🇳 कथानक

🇩🇪 Handlungen

🇮🇩 plot

🇺🇦 змови

🇵🇱 fabuly

🇯🇵 プロット

🇫🇷 intrigues

🇪🇸 tramas

🇹🇷 entrikalar

🇰🇷 줄거리

🇸🇦 حبكات

🇨🇿 zápletky

🇸🇰 zápletky

🇨🇳 情节

🇸🇮 zapleti

🇮🇸 samsæri

🇰🇿 сюжеттер

🇬🇪 ინტრიგები

🇦🇿 süjetlər

🇲🇽 tramas

Etymology

The word 'plots' originated from the Middle English 'plot' which meant a small piece of ground. Over time, its meaning expanded to include the sequence of events in a story. The verb form of 'plot' evolved from the notion of mapping out a piece of land to planning or scheming. 'Plots' have been an essential element of storytelling and intrigue throughout literary history.

See also: plot, plotter, plotting.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,724, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.