Definition

A person who creates or tells stories, especially fables, which often have a moral lesson. This term can also refer to someone who tells lies or exaggerates stories.

Example

The fabulist captivated the children with his imaginative tales of talking animals and brave heroes.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a fabulist?

Yeah, isn't that someone who tells fables or stories?

Exactly! They often create fascinating tales, sometimes even with a moral lesson.

That's pretty cool; I love stories that have a deeper meaning.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fabulist → It is formed from "fabula" (meaning story or fable) and the suffix "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). A fabulist is someone who tells stories or fables, often implying a storyteller or a liar.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'story' ('fabula') and someone who tells them ('-ist'). A fabulist is a person who tells stories.

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