Poropsis

Poropsis is a rarely used, and potentially non-standard, term. Its purported meaning relates to the act of providing a brief summary or outline, often in preparation for a more detailed analysis or presentation. In essence, it describes the creation of a high-level view that establishes the scope and direction of a subsequent in-depth exploration. Unlike a "synopsis," which typically summarizes an existing work, a "poropsis" is proactively constructed to guide future work. The term is not widely recognized in academic or professional contexts, and its use may lead to confusion. Related terms with established usage include: outline, abstract, preview, and summary. Its etymology is unclear but appears to be a portmanteau combining elements suggesting "purpose" and "synopsis" or "opsis" (view). Given its limited adoption and lack of formal definition, the meaning of "poropsis" is highly context-dependent.