storyteller

noun

sto·​ry·​tell·​er ˈstȯr-ē-ˌte-lər How to pronounce storyteller (audio)
Synonyms of storytellernext
: a teller of stories: such as
a
: a relater of anecdotes
b
: a reciter of tales (as in a children's library)
c
d
: a writer of stories
storytelling noun

Synonyms of storyteller

Examples of storyteller in a Sentence

he's something of a storyteller, so I wouldn't put too much stock in anything he says
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Kindred’s team of storytellers visits the firepits during apres-ski time, and a kids' club will offer games and other activities for young guests. Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 27 Dec. 2025 When asked about her plans for the next 20 years, Santa's chief storyteller wasn't shy about reaching for the stars. Faysal Aalen, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025 Superfans also believe the series made sly references to gay Marvel fanfiction, suggesting that the team behind the show are not only master storytellers, but very clued in on the references their audience wants to see. Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 22 Dec. 2025 Other notable winners included Bretman Rock for video of the year, Alex Warren for breakthrough artist of the year and Tineke Younger for storyteller of the year. Angela Yang, NBC news, 19 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for storyteller

Word History

First Known Use

1709, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of storyteller was in 1709

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“Storyteller.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/storyteller. Accessed 29 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

storyteller

noun
sto·​ry·​tell·​er ˈstōr-ē-ˌtel-ər How to pronounce storyteller (audio)
ˈstȯr-
: a teller of stories

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