Script — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈskript/

Meaning & Definition of Script

Script (noun)

  1. something written, text
  2. an original or principal instrument or document
  3. manuscript
  4. prescription

Script (verb)

  1. to prepare a script for or from
  2. to provide carefully considered details for (such as a plan of action)

Script (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the form or style of a particular person's writing

    "has a neat, careful script with delicate loops"

    similar: hand, handwriting, penmanship
    related: cacography, hen scratch, hen track, scratch, scrawl, scribble, backhand, copperplate, cursive, print, running hand, autograph, John Hancock, John Henry, signature

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

    "sold two scripts to the movie studio"

    similar: scenario, screenplay
    related: shooting script, story, text

  3. writing done by hand

    "sending a thank-you note in script—and not just an e-mail—is the only proper way to express one's gratitude"

    similar: calligraphy, handwriting, longhand, manuscript, penmanship
    related: lettering, phonography, shorthand, steno, stenography
    opposite: print, type, typewriting

Related Entry: Shooting script (noun)

Shooting script is a different word from Script. The synonyms below are for shooting script, not for script.

  1. as in story, script

    similar: scenario, screenplay, script, story, text

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Script

The most common words with a similar meaning to Script:

hand, handwriting, penmanship, scenario, screenplay, calligraphy, longhand, manuscript

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Script

Words with the opposite meaning of Script:

print, type, typewriting

Related Words for Script

cacography, hen scratch, hen track, scratch, scrawl, scribble, backhand, copperplate, cursive, print, running hand, autograph, John Hancock, John Henry, signature, shooting script, story, text, lettering, phonography, shorthand, steno, stenography

Word Forms of Script

Inflections: scripts, scripted, scripting

Origin & Etymology of Script

Middle English, from Latin scriptum thing written, from neuter of scriptus, past participle of scribere to write scribe

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Script

Words & Phrases Containing Script

flip the script, shooting script, coscript

Frequently Asked Questions about Script

What does "Script" mean?

"Script" means something written, text. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: something written, text. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Script"?

Other words for "Script" include hand, handwriting, penmanship, scenario, screenplay, calligraphy, longhand and manuscript. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Script" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Script"?

There are 31 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Script". Common alternatives include hand, handwriting, penmanship, scenario, screenplay, calligraphy, longhand and manuscript.

What is the opposite of "Script"?

Antonyms of "Script" include print, type and typewriting.

How do you use "Script" in a sentence?

Examples of "Script" in a sentence: "has a neat, careful script with delicate loops"; "sold two scripts to the movie studio"; "sending a thank-you note in script—and not just an e-mail—is the only proper way to express one's gratitude".

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

"Script" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

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

As a B2-level word, "Script" 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+.

How do you pronounce "Script"?

"Script" is pronounced /ˈskript/.