synopsis
UK: sɪˈnɒpsɪs | US: sɪˈnɑːpsɪs
n. a brief summary or general survey of a subject
n. (in film or publishing) a short outline of a plot or content
Derived from Greek synopsis ("general view"), combining syn- (together) and opsis (sight, view). The term originally referred to seeing multiple elements as a unified whole, later evolving to mean a condensed overview. This reflects the logic of combining scattered details into a coherent summary.
The professor provided a synopsis of the course syllabus on the first day.
The book’s back cover includes a brief synopsis of the plot.
Before the meeting, read the synopsis to grasp the key points.
The film’s synopsis revealed too much, spoiling the suspense.
Her presentation was a clear synopsis of the research findings.