mythos

noun

my·​thos ˈmi-ˌthōs 

-ˌthäs

plural mythoi ˈmi-ˌthȯi 

1

a

: myth sense 1a

b

: mythology sense 2a

2

: a pattern of beliefs expressing often symbolically the characteristic or prevalent attitudes in a group or culture

3

: theme, plot

the starving artist mythos

Synonyms

• fable
• legend
• myth

Examples of mythos in a Sentence

according to one creation mythos, humans sprang from the forehead of a god

the Superman mythos has long since become ingrained in popular American culture

Recent Examples on the Web

The other issue—which in a circuitous manner helped establish the Durston mythos—was product availability, or, more accurately, a lack thereof. —M. John Fayhee, Outside Online, 28 Nov. 2024

The upcoming series will feature both new and returning anime studios, and return to Japan to celebrate the world of anime through the elements and mythos of Star Wars. —Patrick Frater, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024

The result is something that is visually unique and somehow very grounded in the mythos of contemporary fantasy. —Ollie Barder, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024

With the Netflix film, Denzel and Pauletta Washington’s kids — director Malcolm, actor John David and producer Katia — add to both their family mythos and Wilson’s legacy. —Angelique Jackson, Variety, 24 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from Greek mŷthos "utterance, speech, discourse, tale, narrative, fiction, legend," of obscure origin

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined at sense 1a