MISE-EN-SCÈNES Synonyms: 37 Similar Words

mise-en-scènes

noun

plural of mise-en-scène

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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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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Noun

The actors also showcased their talent by performing scenes from the show, in tandem with clips projected onto the big panel screens for audiences.

— Diya Chacko, Oc Register, 24 July 2026
The oversized teeth of the character were originally to be used only during silent scenes, but Carrey learned to talk with them on to make his character even more cartoon-like.

— Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2026

Definition of scenes

Noun

With these questions in mind, University of California Riverside planetary scientist Michelle Hill and her colleagues recently simulated what happens to the atmospheres of different sizes of rocky worlds.

— Kiona N. Smith, Space.com, 21 July 2026
Cherubim had theorized that some small, rocky planets like LHS 1140 b could develop atmospheres with large amounts of helium over time.

— Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 16 July 2026

Definition of atmospheres

Noun

Played in fours, padel combines elements of tennis and squash.

— Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
The designers retained many of the hotel’s original architectural elements, including the wrought-iron work behind the front desk, Waterford crystal chandeliers, elegant crown moldings and cornices, and the original King Cole oak bar.

— Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026

Definition of elements

Noun

But much larger sets will occur on a periodic basis, creating life-threatening rip currents, the weather service says.

— Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2026
Below, shop more of my favorite, throw-on-and-go matching sets for port days on your next cruise, including pants, shorts, and skirt styles.

— Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026

Definition of sets

Noun

Monarch caterpillars eat only milkweed, which grows best in cooler climates, but the butterflies can’t tolerate freezing temperatures.

— Vann R. Newkirk II, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026
Field trials in Qinghai province and the Inner Mongolia autonomous region have already proven successful, demonstrating that bamboo barriers can endure brutal desert climates without brittle snapping or rotting early.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026

Definition of climates

Noun

Palawan, Philippines - Best for natural wonders Clear turquoise waters and steep, towering limestone cliffs in Palawan make for one of the most stunning backdrops for your beach day.

— Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 24 July 2026
Fans, reporters, and traders now treat a team’s own internal preparations—press conference backdrops, jersey mockups, a YouTube upload—as signals worth betting on, even when the team insists there’s nothing behind them.

— Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 23 July 2026

Definition of backdrops

Noun

Diediker is determined to ensure access to high-quality schools; safe and supportive learning environments; and opportunities that prepare students for college, careers, and life.

— Zuri Primos July 26, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
Transportable and reduced radiation profile The physical characteristics and direct electrical output of the engine dictate its target integration environments.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026

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