Story/ˈstɔːri/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Imagination Key Stories often involve creativity; they are not limited by reality. His story about a flying car made us all dream. Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Impact Good stories evoke emotions, such as happiness, fear, or surprise. Her ghost story left us shaking with fear. Pro Tip 3/3Cultural References Stories often contain elements specific to a culture or region. His story was full of references to Greek mythology.