Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

concoct-a-story

verb phrase
/kənˈkɒkt ə ˈstɔːri/
Definition
To create or devise a story, often in a way that is imaginative or inventive.
Examples
  • She decided to concoct-a-story about her adventures while traveling.
  • He has a knack for concocting stories that captivate his audience.
  • After a few drinks, he started to concoct-a-story about his life in the circus.
Meaning
The phrase ‘concoct-a-story’ suggests the art of fabricating tales, often blending real events with fiction to create an engaging narrative.
Synonyms
  • fabricate a tale
  • invent a story
  • make up a narrative
  • devise a plot