fabula

The word “fabula” has 3 syllables: fab-u-la

It's pronounced as /ˈfæbjʊlə/


What is synonym and antonym for fabula?

In the thesaurus, “fabula” has 5 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for fabula along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for fabula

  • chronological narrative
  • event sequence
  • narrative content
  • story
  • timeline

Antonyms for fabula

  • discourse
  • narrative structure
  • nonlinear narrative
  • plot

Example Sentences

  • The literary theorist explained the difference between fabula and plot.
  • In the novel, the fabula unfolds chronologically, even though the narration is non-linear.
  • Students were asked to reconstruct the fabula from the disordered events in the story.
  • Understanding the fabula helps clarify the character's development over time.
  • The film’s fragmented narrative made it challenging to identify the underlying fabula.

On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to fabula, such as: chronological narrative, discourse, event sequence, narrative content, narrative structure, nonlinear narrative, plot.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.


Browse the Thesaurus