Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
human-interest-story
noun
/ˈhjuː.mən ˈɪn.tə.rest ˈstɔː.ri/
Definition
A human-interest story is a news article that focuses on the emotional aspect of a person’s experience or story, rather than hard news or facts.
Examples
- After a long week, she was looking forward to reading her favorite human-interest story in the magazine.
- The documentary featured several human-interest stories that showcased resilience and hope.
- His human-interest story about overcoming adversity touched the hearts of many viewers.
Meaning
These stories often highlight individual experiences, feelings, and personal journeys, aiming to evoke an emotional response from the audience.
Synonyms
- feature story
- soft news
- emotional story
- anecdotal account
