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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Silksong just passed up yesterday’s 562,000 concurrent Steam playercount record, a stunning number for a $20 indie game, though obviously boosted by its mythological status after seven years of waiting from fans. Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025 At the center, a huge tiled pool measuring nearly 29 feet is surrounded by sculptures of Aphrodite of Milos and other mythological figures. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025 One such example can be found in the Latin mythological text Fabulae, in which the sisters of Phaethon are transformed into poplar trees as punishment for yoking his chariot without their father’s permission. Ellen Walker, JSTOR Daily, 3 Sep. 2025 The mythological epic first bowed in North America way back in February and finished with $20 million stateside. J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 23 Aug. 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 10 Sep. 2025.

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