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constructed narrative

[kənˈstrʌktɪd ˈnærətɪv]
nounpl: constructed narratives
narrativa construída
1. A narrative or story that has been deliberately created, assembled, or fabricated, often combining real and fictional elements, or presented in a structured way rather than occurring naturally
The documentary was criticized for presenting a constructed narrative rather than objective facts.
O documentário foi criticado por apresentar uma narrativa construída em vez de fatos objetivos.
2. In psychology and therapy, a narrative that a person has created to make sense of their experiences, which may not fully reflect objective reality
Through therapy, she began to recognize her constructed narrative about her childhood.
Através da terapia, ela começou a reconhecer sua narrativa construída sobre sua infância.
3. In media and communication, a deliberately shaped story or account designed to influence perception or understanding
The political campaign relied on a carefully constructed narrative to appeal to voters.
A campanha política dependia de uma narrativa cuidadosamente construída para atrair eleitores.
Synonyms
fabricated storymanufactured narrativecontrived accountshaped storycurated narrative
Antonyms
factual accountobjective reportauthentic narrativeunmediated account

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
narrativa construída
Standard term used in academia and media criticism
São Paulo
narrativa construída
Common in journalism and academic discourse
Portugal
narrativa construída
Used in academic and media contexts; sometimes 'história construída'

Related Idioms & Phrases

spin a narrative
weave a story
craft a tale
build a case
push a narrative
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