Meaning of the word "omniscient narrator" in English
What does "omniscient narrator" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
omniscient narrator
US /ˌɑmˈnɪʃ.ənt ˈner.eɪ.t̬ər/
UK /ˌɑmˈnɪʃ.ənt ˈner.eɪ.t̬ər/
Noun
1.
a narrator who knows everything about the characters and events in a story, including their thoughts and feelings
Example:
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The novel uses an omniscient narrator to reveal the inner lives of all its characters.
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Unlike a first-person narrator, an omniscient narrator can shift perspective between different characters.
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