predictable plot
/prɪˈdɪktəbəl ˈplɒt/ · pre dic ta ble plot
noun
- A narrative structure in a story, film, or play that is easily anticipated by the audience or reader. The reviewer criticized the movie for its predictable plot, which made it feel formulaic and unoriginal.
- A sequence of events in a story that follows a familiar or clichéd pattern. The author tried to subvert the predictable plot of the romance novel by adding unexpected twists and turns.
adjective
- Characterized by a narrative that is easily anticipated or foreseen. The predictable plot of the thriller made it difficult for the audience to feel surprised or invested in the story.
Synonyms
formulaic plotclichéd narrativeobvious storylineforeseeable plot twistunoriginal storyhackneyed plot
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of a predictable plot has been a topic of discussion among writers and critics for centuries, with many arguing that a predictable plot can be a deliberate choice to create a sense of familiarity and comfort for the audience.