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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Field Ready also will be collaborating with not-for-profit Wildscreen, an international community for natural world storytellers spanning the wildlife film, television and photography industry. Denise Petski, Deadline, 3 Mar. 2026 Writers and storytellers need our support. Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 3 Mar. 2026 Also, the winning storyteller will receive $400 upon publication of their story. Deputy Features Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 Mar. 2026 However, if technologies achieve a direct and meaningful connection with the brain, storytellers may gain the ability to simulate touch, smell, and taste. Tim Brinkhof, Big Think, 3 Mar. 2026 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 9 Mar. 2026.

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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