storyteller

noun

sto·​ry·​tell·​er ˈstȯr-ē-ˌte-lər 

: a teller of stories: such as

a

: a relater of anecdotes

b

: a reciter of tales (as in a children's library)

c

: liar, fibber

d

: a writer of stories

storytelling

ˈstȯr-ē-ˌte-liŋ 

noun

Synonyms of storyteller

• liar

Examples of storyteller in a Sentence

he's something of a storyteller, so I wouldn't put too much stock in anything he says

Recent Examples on the Web

This session will examine how regional markets leverage policy, tax incentives, workforce development, and public-private collaboration to build sustainable creative economies that expand access and opportunity for Black storytellers. —Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026

Mayor Andre Dickens announced the launch of the Atlanta Culture House, a space that will bring together artists, performers and storytellers in the heart of downtown. —Christopher Harris, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026

In an era where comedy and culture increasingly intersect, Karlous Miller has emerged as a defining voice—equal parts storyteller, cultural commentator, and showman. —Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 16 Apr. 2026

Mashama is a chef, a teacher, and a storyteller. —Kamala Harris, Time, 15 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1709, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for storyteller

• cerebellar
• circumstellar
• columellar
• interstellar
• beller
• cellar
• dweller
• eller
• feller
• meller
• sellar
• seller

Kids Definition

storyteller

noun

sto·​ry·​tell·​er ˈstōr-ē-ˌtel-ər 

ˈstȯr-

: a teller of stories