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conspectus

conspectus

9.8
A short summary that gives an overall view of a subject
  • noun
  • /kənˈspɛktəs/
  • Formal
translation icon : conspecto

Examples

  • In all, he now had the basis for a conspectus of modes of theorizing.

    Academic text (1991)

  • Regarding the scrivener Flamel, we present our conspectus.

    Fiction book (1991)

  • Thus far, we have seen Bosch presenting images in which the only true sight comes from outside his image, on the part of the discerning viewer, or from the eye of God in omniscient conspectus over the universe of sinful humanity.

    Academic text (2001)

  • The report provides a detailed conspectus of renewable energy sources and their advantages.

  • In her thesis, she included a conspectus of the major theories in psychological research.

  • The book offers a thorough conspectus of World War II events and their impact on modern society.

Synonyms

survey
vsconspectus
580 3.1

A short summary that describes the main events or points

is a broader overall summary rather than a brief review
overview
vsconspectus
74 3.8

A short summary of the main points of something

focuses on summarizing a subject specifically rather than situations
panoramic view
vsconspectus
5 3.7

A wide way of looking at a place, situation, or topic from a high position

focuses on a summary of a subject rather than a literal spatial scene
bird's-eye view
vsconspectus
3 3.5

A view from high above that shows the whole area

is a summarized overall view rather than a literal visual angle

How Detailed

monograph
  • Specialized
7 9.3
to survey
59 3.3
conspectus
  • Formal
9.8
outline
59 2.7
overview
74 3.8

Surface Forms

conspectus singular
conspectuses plural

Etymology

Conspectus comes from Latin parts con- meaning 'together' and spect meaning 'to look', so it once meant a 'view' or 'sight'. That's why a conspectus is now a short summary that gives a clear, overall view of a subject.