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rational storyline

[ˈræʃənəl ˈstɔːrilaɪn]
nounpl: rational storylines
enredo racional
1. A narrative or plot structure based on logical reasoning, cause-and-effect relationships, and coherent character motivations rather than coincidence or illogical events
The film's rational storyline made it easy for audiences to follow the protagonist's journey.
O enredo racional do filme facilitou o acompanhamento da jornada do protagonista pelo público.
2. A plot that adheres to internal consistency and avoids plot holes or unexplained contradictions
Critics praised the novel for maintaining a rational storyline throughout all 500 pages.
Os críticos elogiaram o romance por manter um enredo racional ao longo de todas as 500 páginas.
Synonyms
logical plotcoherent narrativeconsistent storylinewell-reasoned plotsensible narrative arc
Antonyms
illogical storylineincoherent plotcontrived narrativeimplausible storyline

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
enredo racional
standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese media and literature
Portugal
enredo coerente
commonly preferred in European Portuguese; emphasizes coherence over rationality
São Paulo
enredo racional/lógico
frequently used in contemporary cinema and television criticism

Related Idioms & Phrases

makes sense from start to finish
a story that holds water
all the pieces fit together
follows a logical path
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