synoptic
/sɪ ˈnɑp tɪk/
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Definition(s):
- (adj) presenting a summary or general view of a whole
- (adj) presenting or taking the same point of view; used especially with regard to the first three gospels of the New Testament
Usage(s):
- But if the killer was hoping for a synoptic rethinking of his case from an A-level director, he's finally got it.
- It spurred the toy industry with its synoptic range of characters.
- This synoptic Mafia spoof, sort of a Godfellas, is from Jim Abrahams of the Naked Gun series.
Quotes
- Music director Phil Collins calls the program a "synoptic of the season."on Oct 8, 2008 By: Phil Collins Source: Silicon Valley's Metro
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