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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Designs Designs are inspired by plants, animals and mythological creatures. Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2025 Landscapes and mythological creatures: Renaissance textiles are known for a focus on landscapes and mythological figures. Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2025 The rocky moon, which was first discovered by the ancient astronomer Galileo in 1610, is named for a mythological woman transformed into a cow during a marital dispute. Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024 The interpretation of mythological beings matches the God of War franchise in its bold and occasionally horrifying imagination. Richard Newby, TIME, 5 Dec. 2024 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 3 Mar. 2025.

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