another name for plot in a story

Another name for plot in a story could be'storyline'.

One more name for the plot of a story is 'scenario'. Just as the plot, it describes what happens in the story, the actions, and events that the characters are involved in, and how they are related to one another.

Without more information about the 'by another name story', it's almost impossible to give a full account of its plot. But let's assume it's a story about a person who is forced to live 'by another name'. This could be due to political reasons, escaping from a past life filled with danger or shame. The story might then revolve around how this new name affects their relationships, their self - identity, and their journey through life as they try to keep their true identity a secret while still living as this new - named person.

A tale.

A tale.

Another example would be'story structure'. The plot of a fictional story is essentially its structure. For instance, in a detective story, the story structure (or plot) usually starts with a crime being committed, then the detective's investigation, followed by various clues and red herrings, until the final revelation of the culprit. This overall pattern is the plot presented in the form of story structure.

A tragic tale.

Well, 'the commencement' is another way to refer to the start of a story. It's like the story is about to commence, start its journey, and draw the reader in from that very first moment.

The start of a story can also be called the 'opening'. For example, in many novels, the opening sets the scene, introduces the main characters or gives a hint about the main conflict.

A sleuth story. 'Sleuth' is another word for a detective, so a sleuth story is essentially a detective story.