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/nɒnˈnærətɪv/ · non-nar-a·tive
adjective
  1. Not telling a story or having a narrative. The non-narrative film was a series of abstract images that evoked emotions rather than telling a specific story.
adjective
  1. Not related to or concerned with storytelling or narrative. The non-narrative approach to art emphasized the importance of form and composition over the telling of a story.
noun
  1. A work of art that does not tell a story or have a narrative. The artist's non-narrative installation was a collection of sculptures that explored the relationship between form and space.
Did you know? The term 'non-narrative' is often used in art and literature to describe works that challenge traditional notions of storytelling and narrative structure.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026