Synonyms of scene

scene

noun

ˈsēn 

1

as in setting

the place and time in which the action for a portion of a dramatic work (as a movie) is set

the first scene was the kitchen of a fancy restaurant during dinner

Synonyms & Similar Words

• setting
• background
• backdrop
• set
• locale
• scenery
• tableau
• mise-en-scène

2

as in explosion

an outburst or display of excited anger

please don't make a scene while we're at the restaurant

Synonyms & Similar Words

• explosion
• huff
• reaction
• fit
• frenzy
• outburst
• fireworks
• rage
• hysteria
• seizure
• storm
• hissy fit
• blowup
• upheaval
• distraction
• tantrum
• fury
• agitation
• rampage
• eruption
• hissy
• delirium
• indignation
• furore
• uproar
• temper
• furor
• spasm
• paroxysm
• wrath
• pouts
• lividity
• rise
• flare-up
• pet
• ire
• lividness
• spleen
• wrathfulness
• choler
• convulsion(s)
• angriness
• snit
• sulkiness
• irateness
• sullenness
• grouch
• hump
• dander
• sulk(s)

3

as in situation

position with regard to conditions and circumstances

one of the leading figures in the current political scene

Synonyms & Similar Words

• situation
• story
• status
• deal
• picture
• posture
• ball game
• state
• footing
• rank
• standing
• spot
• place
• status quo
• score

4

as in scenery

the array of painted backgrounds and furnishings used to establish the setting in a stage production

helped build and paint scenes for the school play

Synonyms & Similar Words

• scenery
• decor
• set
• mise-en-scène
• backdrop
• background
• property
• prop
• set piece
• drop

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of scene

The scenes were hard to watch inside MetLife Stadium on Sunday as Brazilian fans were seen in tears toward the end of the match, many leaving early in a sign of complete resignation. — Doha Madani, NBC news, 5 July 2026

Khomeini's funeral saw chaotic scenes as millions thronged his mourning ceremony and trip to the cemetery. — Nasser Karimi, Arkansas Online, 5 July 2026

Although Saint-Tropez may first and foremost be known as a party playground, the F&B scene at beach clubs and restaurants alike is nothing short of top-of-the-line. — Karli Poliziani, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026

By the time members of the Southampton Town Police, Volunteer Ambulance, Fire Department and Marine Patrol arrived at the scene, the kayaker was bringing Paolasin's unresponsive body to the shore, police told The Southampton Press. — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026

Phrases Containing scene

• make a scene