Synonyms & related words for subplot

Find synonyms, related words, and the definition of subplot — including plot, anagnorisis, story, denouement, scheme, episode. Dendril is a free visual thesaurus that shows them on an interactive map where stronger matches sit closer to the center — no signup, no ads.

Words related to subplot

Explore words related to subplot — words associated with it, words that go with it, and its nearest matches in meaning. Related words include underplot, storyline, counterplot, backstory, complotting, intrigue, storiette, narrative. Click any word to make it the center of the map and keep exploring the web of connections.

Synonyms for subplot

Common synonyms for subplot include plot, anagnorisis, story, denouement, scheme, episode, contrivance — words that share a close meaning. Hover or tap any word on the map for its definition and part of speech.

Where does subplot come from?

The word subplot breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root sub-, from Latin sub (“under, secondary”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.