FABLED Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

fabled

adjective

ˈfā-bəld

Definition of fabled

as in legendary

based on, described in, or being a myth the fabled unicorn continues to be a symbol of elusive and magical beauty

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Recent Examples of fabled Off in Motherland, Ted begins a career as a professor and thanks to some college campus confusion, gets closer to the fabled Mother than ever. — Erin Strecker, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Aug. 2026 Entering this sprawling time-travel bubble, visitors can pan for gold like the fabled Forty-Niners, talk with crusty prospectors and peruse a market center for wares. — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026 On most days the Jewel House in the Tower of London is packed with tourists gawking at the fabled British Crown Jewels. — Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 17 Aug. 2026 Bursting into Hong Kong’s fabled world of martial arts action cinema with titles like Yes, Madam! — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fabled

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The legendary Danny Boyle directs, with a screenplay adapted by Graham from his stage play.

— Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 14 Sep. 2026
Big wing, big power, and big revs were the hallmarks of this legendary model variant for much of its history.

— Tim Stevens, Robb Report, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of legendary

Adjective

Streep is voicing Aslan, the mythical lion who creates the mystical world of Narnia.

— Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026
Although the story of Odysseus binding himself to the mast to resist the Sirens’ song may belong to the mythical imagination, plenty of desperate souls have gone to heroic lengths to obstruct their wayward desires.

— Meghan O’Gieblyn, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of mythical

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For those who favor outdoor adventure, climb up the famed hiking trail to get to the medieval fortress at the very top of the town.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026
Enthusiasts found a powerful champion in famed comedian and auto aficionado Jay Leno, who boasts more than 150 vehicles in his personal collection.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

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