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Definition of storyteller

storyteller

/ˈstɔːriˌtɛlər/
sto · ry · tel · ler
Plural:storytellers
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Adjective:storytelling
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storyteller Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who tells or writes stories, especially one who recounts folktales, legends, or narratives to an audience.

Example

"The village elder was a gifted storyteller who captivated the children with ancient legends."

2

A person who habitually tells untruths, exaggerations, or fibs (used informally or euphemistically, especially of or to children).

Example

"She quickly realized her younger brother was a bit of a storyteller when his excuses grew increasingly improbable."

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• Nearby Words

storyboard
storybook
storyline
storyteller
storytelling
storytime
stout

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Storyteller. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/storyteller
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