Definition

Relating to or resembling a story that teaches a moral lesson, often featuring animals or mythical creatures.

Example

The fabulistic tales of Aesop have been passed down through generations, teaching important lessons about life.

Conversation

I just finished reading a story that felt so fabulistic.

Really? What was it about?

It was about a talking cat that saves a village from a dragon.

That sounds amazing! I love fabulistic tales like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fabulistic → It is formed from "fabula" (from Latin, meaning story or fable) and the suffix "-istic" (meaning pertaining to or characteristic of). The word "fabulistic" refers to something that is characteristic of or related to fables or stories, often implying a fanciful or imaginative quality.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fabula' meaning story, and remember that 'fabulistic' describes something that relates to stories or fables.

Visually Confused Words