Scenarios: meaning, definitions and examples

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scenarios

 

[ sษชหˆnษ‘หrษชษ™สŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

future

A written outline of a movie, novel, or stage work giving details of the plot and individual scenes.

Synonyms

outline, plot, script.

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Word Description / Examples
scenarios

Used to describe possible situations or sequences of events, often hypothetical or for planning.

  • The team discussed various scenarios that could impact the project timeline
outline

Refers to a general description or plan showing the essential features of something but not the detail.

  • The teacher asked the students to create an outline for their research papers
script

Specifically denotes the written text of a play, movie, or broadcast.

  • The actor memorized his lines from the movie script
plot

Relates to the main events of a story, play, novel, or movie, devised and presented by the writer.

  • The plot of the mystery novel kept the readers on the edge of their seats

Examples of usage

  • He has written a detailed scenario for the next season of the TV series.
  • The director presented the scenario to the producers for approval.
Context #2 | Noun

business

A postulated sequence of possible events.

Synonyms

alternative, option, possibility.

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scenarios

Used when discussing different possible situations or sequences of events, especially in planning or forecasting.

  • We need to prepare for various scenarios, including a potential delay in the project timeline
possibility

Emphasizes the potential for something to happen or be chosen, often without preference among the choices.

  • There is a possibility of rain tomorrow, so don't forget to take an umbrella
option

Used when talking about a choice between several possibilities, highlighting the availability of choices.

  • We have several options for dinner tonight, including Italian or Chinese cuisine
alternative

Refers to one of two or more available possibilities or choices, often implying a preference for one over another.

  • If the main route is blocked, we need to find an alternative way to reach our destination

Examples of usage

  • We need to develop different scenarios for the company's future growth.
  • The team analyzed various scenarios before making a decision.
Context #3 | Noun

psychology

A projected sequence of events or course of action.

Synonyms

anticipation, expectation, projection.

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scenarios

Use this word when discussing multiple possible outcomes or situations, especially in planning or analysis.

  • In our meeting, we discussed various scenarios to plan for different market conditions
projection

This word is apt for discussing an estimation or forecast based on present trends or data.

  • The financial projection shows a 10% growth in revenue next year
expectation

This word is used when referring to a belief that something will happen or be the case in the future.

  • She had high expectations for the new job
anticipation

This word is suitable when talking about a feeling of excitement or nervousness because something is about to happen.

  • The audience waited in anticipation for the concert to begin

Examples of usage

  • The therapist worked with the patient to create positive scenarios for the future.
  • She imagined different scenarios in her mind before making a choice.

Translations

Translations of the word "scenarios" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cenรกrios

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฐเคฟเคฆเฅƒเคถเฅเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Szenarien

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ skenario

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั†ะตะฝะฐั€ั–ั—

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ scenariusze

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใƒŠใƒชใ‚ช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท scรฉnarios

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ escenarios

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท senaryolar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹œ๋‚˜๋ฆฌ์˜ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูŠู†ุงุฑูŠูˆู‡ุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ scรฉnรกล™e

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ scenรกre

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆƒ…ๅขƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ scenariji

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ atburรฐarรกsir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั†ะตะฝะฐั€ะธะนะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒชแƒ”แƒœแƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ssenarilษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ escenarios

Etymology

The word 'scenario' originated in the early 19th century from the Italian word 'scenario' meaning 'scene, setting'. It was initially used in the context of theater to refer to a written outline of a play. Over time, the term expanded to encompass various fields such as business, psychology, and entertainment, where it denotes a sequence of events or possibilities. Today, 'scenario' is commonly used to describe a proposed sequence of events or a detailed outline of a plot.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,162 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.