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

Examples of mythological in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Strawn is left to care for Mildred while her mom is hospitalized and the pair set off on a trip to find the mythological Canterbury Panther. Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Oct. 2024 Instead, Benoit believes it was depicted as a rain animal — an important type of mythological figure for the San. Discover Magazine, 18 Oct. 2024 Named after the mythological sister of GAIA, NYX is the Greek goddess of the night who is influenced by the Greek gods Zeus and Chaos. Devorah Lev-Tov, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2024 Dragons, robots, mythological creatures and even historical figures like Amelia Earhart can all be part of a deck. Rob Wieland, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mythological 

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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 Nov. 2024.

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