mise-en-scènes

noun

plural of mise-en-scène
1
as in scenes
the array of painted backgrounds and furnishings used to establish the setting in a stage production an era in which the mise-en-scène of Broadway musicals became ever more spectacular

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2
as in atmospheres
the circumstances, conditions, or objects by which one is surrounded the movie captures the mise-en-scène of strife and desperation in a country torn apart by civil war

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mise-en-scènes
  1. scenes
  2. atmospheres
  3. decors
  4. elements
  5. sets
  6. climates
  7. backdrops
  8. environments
Noun
  • Families will appreciate the custom coloring books at the host stand, which feature dogs in scenes around the hotel.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Since her 2019 debut, PURGE, which drew from her experiences in the New York and Berlin rave and punk scenes, Chen has been moving toward ever-sharper contrasts between caustic drones and close-mic’d croons.
    — James Gui, Pitchfork, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of scenes
Noun
  • Astronomers have cataloged more than 6,000 exoplanets and are examining the atmospheres of promising worlds for gases that could indicate biological activity.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
  • This Mount Rushmore represents a good mix of four different kinds of food and dining experiences, with different menus, atmospheres, and themes.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of atmospheres
Noun
  • The soft organic stretchy cotton is pediatrician recommended for sensitive skin, and the thoughtful designs will look great in a variety of nursery decors.
    — DeVonne Goode, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
  • The pearl color matches most home decors.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 27 Feb. 2026
Definition of decors
Noun
  • One of the strongest tests comes from Big Bang nucleosynthesis (BBN), the process through which the first light elements formed during the universe’s first few minutes.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Evans's passion for golf and the Masters Tournament led them to incorporate elements from Augusta's clubhouse design.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of elements
Noun
  • Mater Dei swept the title match in 2024 and Sierra Canyon prevailed in four sets last November.
    — Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
  • When packing space is limited, every piece needs to be pulling double duty, which is where versatile matching sets like this Pinspark two-piece set come in handy.
    — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of sets
Noun
  • However, Brussels sprouts can be planted in the fall and harvested from winter to spring in warmer climates.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2026
  • This is especially great for those who frequent theme parks or spend time outside in warmer climates.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of climates
Noun
  • The $49 Patron tier ads customized posters and backdrops and access to some beta features.
    — Pat Saperstein, Variety, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The lush backdrops make for a striking contrast with the shame and alienation the characters feel; Haynes sensitively communicates the suffocating pressure to confirm in midcentury America.
    — Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of backdrops
Noun
  • Engineers are also working on the advanced radioisotope thermoelectric generators to maximize power output for deep-space environments.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
  • But for highly sensitive data and AI workloads, some organizations require stronger isolation and operational controls provided by air-gapped environments.
    — Karan Alang, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of environments
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“Mise-en-scènes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mise-en-sc%C3%A8nes. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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