plot (Meaning)
plot (n)
a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal)
a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation
the story that is told in a novel or play or movie etc.
a chart or graph showing the movements or progress of an object
plot (v)
plan secretly, usually something illegal
make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows interactions among variables or how something is constructed
make a plat of
devise the sequence of events in (a literary work or a play, movie, or ballet)
plot (n.)
A small extent of ground; a plat; as, a garden plot.
A plantation laid out.
A plan or draught of a field, farm, estate, etc., drawn to a scale.
Any scheme, stratagem, secret design, or plan, of a complicated nature, adapted to the accomplishment of some purpose, usually a treacherous and mischievous one; a conspiracy; an intrigue; as, the Rye-house Plot.
A share in such a plot or scheme; a participation in any stratagem or conspiracy.
Contrivance; deep reach of thought; ability to plot or intrigue.
A plan; a purpose.
In fiction, the story of a play, novel, romance, or poem, comprising a complication of incidents which are gradually unfolded, sometimes by unexpected means.
plot (v. t.)
To make a plot, map, pr plan, of; to mark the position of on a plan; to delineate.
To plan; to scheme; to devise; to contrive secretly.
plot (v. i.)
To form a scheme of mischief against another, especially against a government or those who administer it; to conspire.
To contrive a plan or stratagem; to scheme.
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plot Sentence Examples
- The intricate plot of the play unfolds before our very eyes.
- The detectives meticulously followed the plot of the crime, searching for clues.
- The landscape of the novel's plot is filled with unexpected twists and turns.
- The protagonist's journey serves as the main plotline of the story.
- The director's vision for the film was to create a plot that would keep the audience on the edge of their seats.
- The plot thickens as more suspects emerge.
- The subplot of the romantic entanglement adds depth to the main narrative.
- The author weaves together multiple plot threads in a masterful way.
- The movie's plot left viewers with a sense of satisfaction and closure.
- The plot device of the time-traveler serves as a catalyst for the story's progression.
FAQs About the word plot
a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal), a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation, the story that is told in a
scheme, conspiracy,intrigue, design, machination, strategy, subterfuge, connivance, draft, maneuver
No antonyms found.
The intricate plot of the play unfolds before our very eyes.
The detectives meticulously followed the plot of the crime, searching for clues.
The landscape of the novel's plot is filled with unexpected twists and turns.
The protagonist's journey serves as the main plotline of the story.
