Scenario — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /sə-ˈner-ē-ˌō/ sce·nar·io

Meaning & Definition of Scenario

Scenario (noun)

  1. an outline or synopsis of a play; especially, a plot outline used by actors of the commedia dell'arte
  2. the libretto of an opera
  3. screenplay

Scenario (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the written form of a story prepared for film production

    "submitted a scenario to the producers"

    similar: screenplay, script

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Scenario

The most common words with a similar meaning to Scenario:

Word Forms of Scenario

Inflections: scenarios

Origin & Etymology of Scenario

Italian, from Latin scaenarium place for erecting stages, from scaena stage

First known use: 1768

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Scenario

Frequently Asked Questions about Scenario

What does "Scenario" mean?

"Scenario" means an outline or synopsis of a play; especially, a plot outline used by actors of the commedia dell'arte. As a noun, it is defined as: an outline or synopsis of a play; especially, a plot outline used by actors of the commedia dell'arte.

What is another word for "Scenario"?

Other words for "Scenario" include screenplay and script. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Scenario" you intend.

How do you use "Scenario" in a sentence?

Examples of "Scenario" in a sentence: "submitted a scenario to the producers".

Is "Scenario" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Scenario" is a noun.

Is "Scenario" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Scenario" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Scenario"?

"Scenario" is pronounced /sə-ˈner-ē-ˌō/ and divided into syllables as sce·nar·io.

What is the origin of the word "Scenario"?

"Scenario" comes from Italian, from Latin scaenarium place for erecting stages, from scaena stage. First known use: 1768.

What is another word for "Scenario" meaning "the written form of a story prepared for film production"?

When "Scenario" (noun) means the written form of a story prepared for film production, synonyms include screenplay and script.