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

Moore and Billingsley appear together in various classroom scenes throughout the film. — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

The Groton Police Department were dispatched to the scene after several emergency calls came into Groton Emergency Dispatch regarding an evading black SUV striking Tanta-Quidgeon and leaving the scene, according to the Groton Police Department. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2026

Another early entry to the scene was Galerist, a gallery founded in 2001 and now well known for representing leading Turkish artists. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Aug. 2026

There was a very real chance the bus could continue to slide, but Lara and four other soldiers and airmen rushed to help as the scene descended into chaos. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 9 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing scene

• make a scene