General synonyms:
* Tale: Often used for stories that are imaginative or fictional.
* Narrative: Emphasizes the act of telling a story.
* Account: Focuses on factual events.
* Chronicle: A detailed historical record.
* Legend: A story passed down through generations, often with mythical elements.
* Myth: A traditional story explaining a natural phenomenon or cultural belief.
* Fable: A short story with a moral lesson.
* Anecdote: A brief, personal story.
* Novel: A long fictional story, usually in prose.
* Short story: A brief fictional story.
More specific synonyms:
* History: The story of past events.
* Biography: The story of a person's life.
* Autobiography: The story of a person's life written by themselves.
* Memoir: A personal account of a specific time or event.
* Report: A factual account of an event or situation.
* Explanation: A story that explains something.
The best synonym for "story" will depend on the specific context and the meaning you are trying to convey.