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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The cyclops is a mythological figure that was used to explain natural disasters: lightning, thunder, those kinds of things. Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025 Volume 1 introduces a host of mythological figures and fan-favorite characters. Aya Al-Hakim, People.com, 7 July 2025 The group's name refers to Greenland's mythological polar bear, which is on the territory's coat of arms and symbolizes Greenland's wildness. Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 6 July 2025 Cassandra is a Greek mythological figure who can foretell the future, but is cursed to have no one ever believe her. Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 24 June 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 13 Jul. 2025.

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