mythological

adjective

myth·​o·​log·​i·​cal ˌmi-thə-ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce mythological (audio)
variants or less commonly mythologic
1
: of or relating to mythology or myths : dealt with in mythology
2
: lacking factual basis or historical validity : mythical, fabulous
mythologically adverb

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Fuller often got the ball rolling by speaking on mythological, historical, or philosophical themes. James Marcus, New Yorker, 2 June 2025 But after periods of rampant overfishing and pollution, the fish had nearly vanished from the James and, in its scarcity, gained a certain mythological status. Benjamin Cassidy, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 May 2025 That the series can't decide if its mythological title is more metaphor, reality, or set dressing can be forgiven. Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 23 May 2025 The 2022 mythological game was directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki and was written by George R. R. Martin. Caroline Blair, People.com, 23 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for mythological

Word History

Etymology

mythology + -ical

First Known Use

1614, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of mythological was in 1614

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“Mythological.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mythological. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.

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