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