* Noun: When referring to the story itself, "narrative" is a noun.
* Example: "The novel's narrative is captivating."
* Adjective: "Narrative" can describe something related to a story.
* Example: "She gave a narrative account of the events."
* Verb: Though less common, "narrative" can be a verb meaning "to tell a story."
* Example: "The author narratives the protagonist's journey with great detail."
It's important to understand the context of the sentence to determine the correct part of speech for "narrative".