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storyteller

noun

sto·​ry·​tell·​er ˈstȯr-ē-ˌte-lər How to pronounce storyteller (audio)
: 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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Foster praised streaming for giving storytellers a broader canvas to tell important stories such as the journey of Native Americans. Ellise Shafer, Variety, 30 Nov. 2025 But, ultimately, Levi said the real Hollywood compass — the one that has steered him from comic book hero to historical storyteller — is spiritual. Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 29 Nov. 2025 The honor recognizes outstanding media educators who are making a lasting impact on the next generation of storytellers and television professionals. Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 26 Nov. 2025 She’s made a shrewd choice of storyteller. Jocelyn Noveck, Boston Herald, 26 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for storyteller

Word History

First Known Use

1709, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 2 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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