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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All very clean and mythological. Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 24 June 2026 Vermeer began his career as a history painter, producing ambitious mythological and religious compositions. Clare Bucknell, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026 Spiky, with thick leathery skin, dragon fruit takes its name from the fire-breathing mythological creatures that populate age-old lore. Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 21 June 2026 There isn’t one mythological figure that stays with me more than another. Alma Rota, Rolling Stone, 17 June 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 30 Jun. 2026.

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