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chaotic narrative

[keɪˈɒtɪk ˈnærətɪv]
nounpl: chaotic narratives
narrativa caótica
1. A narrative structure in which events are presented in a disordered, non-linear, or fragmented manner, often lacking a conventional beginning, middle, and end
The film employed a chaotic narrative that jumped between different time periods without clear transitions.
O filme utilizava uma narrativa caótica que saltava entre diferentes períodos de tempo sem transições claras.
2. A storytelling style that mirrors psychological states of confusion, trauma, or disorientation
The author's use of chaotic narrative effectively conveyed the protagonist's mental breakdown.
O uso de narrativa caótica pelo autor transmitiu efetivamente o colapso mental do protagonista.
Synonyms
non-linear narrativefragmented narrativedisjointed narrativeexperimental narrative
Antonyms
linear narrativechronological narrativecoherent narrativeconventional narrative

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
narrativa caótica
Standard term used in literary criticism and film studies
São Paulo
narrativa caótica
Common in academic and artistic contexts
Portugal
narrativa caótica
Used in Portuguese literary and cinematic discourse

Related Idioms & Phrases

all over the place
all mixed up
without rhyme or reason
a jumbled mess
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