Word
storyline
Phoneticssto·ry·line, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈstɔɹiˌɫaɪn/
UK/stˈɔːɹɪlˌaɪn/
Definitions
01plot of a story
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Theater
n. the series of events that make up the plot of a book, movie, or play.
n. the narrative arc or plot of a creative work, often involving the development of characters and conflict.
“The movie had great acting, but the storyline was a bit confusing.”
“Critics praised the novel for its intricate storyline, which successfully balanced three separate timelines without losing the reader's interest.”
02technical scenario
C1 · Advanced Countable noun Science Academic · Technical
n. a description of how a situation might develop in the future, often used in science or business.
n. a narrative description of a specific modelling scenario used to explain technical or socioeconomic drivers in research.
“The scientists created a storyline to show how the climate might change by 2050.”
“The report outlines a storyline in which rapid technological adoption significantly offsets the projected increase in carbon emissions.”
Synonyms
Etymology
From story + line. The climate science usage is defined in the IPCC WG III AR5 report (2014).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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