Narrative Definition

narrative
adjective
  1. consisting of or characterized by the telling of a story; "narrative poetry"
noun
  1. a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program; "his narrative was interesting"; "Disney's stories entertain adults as well as children"

"Narrative" in song lyrics

See how narrative is used in real songs:

  • "Be careful when my voice is a buzzing narrative"
    Athletic Mic League f/ One Man Army — Lyrictricity
  • "Another generation rewriting the master narrative"
    Blue Scholars — Selfportrait
  • "Contemporary characters left out the narrative"
    Pegz — The Fight

Usage tips for "narrative"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "narrative" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for narrative to find words that pair well.

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