scenario
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/səˈnɛrioʊ/
🇬🇧
/sɪˈnɑːriəʊ/
sequence of events
Etymology
Etymology Information
'scenario' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'scenario,' where 'scena' meant 'scene.'
Historical Evolution
'scenario' changed from the Italian word 'scenario' and eventually became the modern English word 'scenario.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a scene or setting,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a sequence of events or a script.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a written outline of a movie, novel, or stage work giving details of the plot and individual scenes.
The director reviewed the scenario before the shoot.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35