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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Thanks to some cutting-edge tech help, the actor's eyes (both of them) were even used for the mythological monster's giant peeper. Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 11 Dec. 2025 Phaethon, a reference to the Greek mythological figure who drove the Sun-god Helios' chariot, because its orbit brings it into close proximity to the Sun. Connor Greene, Time, 11 Dec. 2025 The tendon that’s the stuff of myths The calcaneal tendon was named the Achilles in 1693 by Flemish anatomist Philip Verheyen as a reference to the mythological Greek hero, whose only vulnerable spot was his heel. Matt Villano, CNN Money, 3 Dec. 2025 Perhaps channeling her art through this mythological being was a necessary step for Becerra, who underwent two intense health scares over the last few years. Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 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 16 Dec. 2025.

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