Difficult to explain. Here is one definition. Also, (copied from the free encyclopedia): "Metanarratives are not usually told outright, but are reinforced by other more specific narratives to [..]

A theory or conceptual framework that purports to be a superior way of looking at the world providing privileged insights. Also known as a totalizing narrative. See also postmodernism, deconstruction.

A broad all-embracing ‘big theory’ or explanation for how the world and societies operate.

or “Grand” narrative is characterized by a comprehensive explanation that is transcendent or contains universal truth. An example: The Enlightenment theorists believed that rational thought, allied to [..]