narrative

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Academic

n. a particular way of explaining or understanding a situation, often to support a certain point of view.

n. a representation of a particular situation or process in such a way as to reflect or conform to an overarching set of aims or values.

“The government tried to change the narrative about the economy by focusing on new jobs.”

“Political analysts argue that the media narrative surrounding the election has shifted focus away from policy toward personality conflicts.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Theater

n. the process or skill of telling a story.

n. the practice or art of narration; the structural element of storytelling within a medium.

“The film is visually beautiful, but the narrative is quite weak and confusing.”

“Modern video games often prioritise narrative depth, employing professional writers to ensure the player's choices feel emotionally significant.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Academic

adj. describing something that tells a story or relates to storytelling.

adj. consisting of or characterised by the telling of a story.

“She wrote a narrative poem about her travels through the mountains.”

“The researcher used narrative techniques to present the case study, making the data more accessible to a general audience.”