Definition

A new version or adaptation of a story that tells it again in a different way.

Example

The retelling of the classic fairy tale introduced new characters and themes.

Conversation

Have you read that new retelling of the fairy tale?

Not yet, but I heard it's really interesting.

I love how they put a modern twist on the classic story in that retelling.

Yeah, it makes the characters much more relatable!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Retelling → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "tell" (from Old English "tellan", meaning to relate or recount). The word "retelling" means to tell or recount something again.

Memory Tip

Think of telling a story 'again' ('re-') — that's why retelling means to recount a story once more.

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