mythological

adjective

myth·​o·​log·​i·​cal ˌmi-thə-ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce mythological (audio)
variants or less commonly mythologic
Synonyms of mythologicalnext
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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Different mythological tales point to the reason behind this observance. ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026 Ismailova’s Arslanbob reveals infrastructures that are sustained through internal, often unnoticed, material and mythological ecology. Anel Rakhimzhanova, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026 The ancient Greek word charassein contains an element of what Kirby was taking about—that the creation of a character is in some way one of personal transference, a kind of mythological wish fulfillment. Literary Hub, 27 Feb. 2026 In addition to castles, the Highlands is home to a veritable cornucopia of mythological creatures, the most famous being Nessie of course. Patti Nickell, Boston Herald, 15 Feb. 2026 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 6 Mar. 2026.

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