retold

/ˈrɛtɒld/

Definitions

1. verb

to tell or narrate again, especially a story or legend.

“The writer’s retold version of the classic fairy tale was a bestseller.”

2. noun

a version of a story or legend that has been retold.

“The retold myth of the hero has been passed down through generations.”

3. adjective

newly told or given again in a different form.

“The retold version of the legend had some significant changes to the original story.”

Synonyms

  • recounted
  • repeated

Antonyms

  • novel
  • original