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Story

Verb / ˈstɔ:ri: / Another word for story — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a narrative, either true or fictitious, in prose or verse, designed to interest, amuse, or instruct the hearer or reader

Synonyms & similar words

report chronicle taradiddle history newsreport level account fib narration writeup narrative tarradiddle floor tale storey tale narrative fable legend myth account yarn chronicle history report description recital anecdote saga adventure episode novel book fiction nonfiction

Synonyms by register

Formal

account narrative chronicle report

Informal

tale yarn scoop dish

Literary

saga legend fable

Antonyms

fact reality truth history nonfiction

Common collocations

  • tell a story
  • short story
  • true story
  • bedtime story
  • story line
  • storyteller
  • story book

Word family

noun story
verb storytell
adjective storybook

Usage note

While 'story' can refer to a factual account, it often implies a fictional or embellished narrative. For factual accounts, 'account' or 'report' might be more precise.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher read a story to the class.
  2. Grandma told me a story about when she was a little girl.
  3. I wrote a story about a dragon and a knight.
  4. The news story was about a big fire downtown.
  5. This movie is based on a true story.

Quotes

  • The best stories are those that are true.
  • A good story can transport you to another world.
  • Every person has a story worth telling.

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