cautionary narrative

language: en

definitions

  1. A story, whether real or fictional, that serves as a warning by illustrating the negative consequences of certain behaviors, decisions, or moral failings.
    en: A story, whether real or fictional, that serves as a warning by illustrating the negative consequences of certain behaviors, decisions, or moral failings.
  2. An account of historical events or a sequence of occurrences that provides a lesson or warning for future decision-makers or policymakers.
    en: An account of historical events or a sequence of occurrences that provides a lesson or warning for future decision-makers or policymakers.

examples

  1. The novel serves as a cautionary narrative about the dangers of unchecked ambition.

    The novel serves as a cautionary narrative about the dangers of unchecked ambition.

  2. The economic collapse of 2008 provides a cautionary narrative for modern financial regulators.

    The economic collapse of 2008 provides a cautionary narrative for modern financial regulators.