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 The mythological narratives woven into the film were indeed one of the primary sources of inspiration for the 2021 Haute Couture collection. WWD, 3 July 2024 Photograph by Simon Simard Birds of Paradise 525 Western Ave #12, Brighton, MA Stepping into Birds of Paradise feels like entering the first-class lounge of some mythological airline. The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 28 June 2024 New study finds dinosaur fossils did not inspire the mythological griffin Before joining Discover Magazine, Paul spent over 20 years as a science journalist, specializing in U.S. life science policy and global scientific career issues. Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 25 June 2024 Earlier this year, archaeologists announced the discovery of a banquet room in Pompeii, which was decorated with beautiful frescoes of mythological characters inspired by the Trojan War. Victoria Bisset, Washington Post, 20 June 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 7 Jul. 2024.

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