cautionary narrative

language: fr

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.
    fr: Récit d'avertissement
  2. An account of historical events or a sequence of occurrences that provides a lesson or warning for future decision-makers or policymakers.
    fr: Récit de mise en garde

examples

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

    Le roman sert de récit d'avertissement sur les dangers d'une ambition démesurée.

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

    L'effondrement économique de 2008 constitue un récit d'avertissement pour les régulateurs financiers modernes.