Meaning

• The systematic recitation of an event or series of events.

• That which is narrated.

• A representation of an event or story.

• (creative writing) A manner of conveying a story, fictional or otherwise, in a body of work.

  "The plot is full of holes, but the narrative is extremely compelling."

Meaning

• Telling a story.

• Overly talkative; garrulous.

• Of or relating to narration.

  "the narrative thrust of a film"