noun, plural syn·op·ses [si-nop-seez]. a brief or condensed statement giving a general view of some subject. a compendium of heads or short paragraphs giving a view of the whole. a brief summary of the plot of a novel, motion picture, play, etc.

What is the meaning of synopsis?

Full Definition of synopsis

1 : a condensed statement or outline (as of a narrative or treatise) : abstract. 2 : the abbreviated conjugation of a verb in one person only.

What is the meaning of synopsis and example?

The definition of synopsis is a brief summary or a condensed version. An example of a synopsis is the description of a book on the back of the cover. noun. 9. 5.