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
: liar, fibber
d
: a writer of stories
storytelling
ˈstȯr-ē-ˌte-liŋ How to pronounce storyteller (audio)
noun

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he's something of a storyteller, so I wouldn't put too much stock in anything he says
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Nearly everything else, this pair of professional storytellers already had. — Caroline Randall Williams, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026 In Possible Love, the director works out how to talk about this, and what to say about such overwhelming inequality, through Ye-ji’s own arc as the movie’s storyteller. — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026 The organization works to champion aspiring and established storytellers by providing events and services, enhancing public awareness and participation and encouraging community partnerships. — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026 The legendary storyteller was known for her kindness, wit, and resilience as much as for her music, film features, philanthropy, and sprawling business ventures. — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 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 1 Sep. 2026.

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storyteller

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

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