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

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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In a world that grows increasingly interconnected, the role of a creative storyteller is to bridge cultural divides while honoring the unique voices of each community. Colin Dougan, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2025 The jury is made up of experienced filmmakers, storytellers and industry insiders, including Paton Oswalt, Fred Durst, Otessa Moshfegh, Aaron Schimberg, Mercedes Bryce, Brandon Hill and more. Andrew McGowan, Variety, 14 Aug. 2025 Lee Wind is a storyteller out to engage, empower, and hold safe space for communities. Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025 The key is to see yourself as something beyond your title, a true storyteller. Carmine Gallo, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 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 21 Aug. 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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