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 Video showed water coursing down the front of the glass case protecting the fabled painting, which was unharmed, according to a gallery press release, as were the six other canvases nearby. — News Desk, Artforum, 18 Sep. 2026 The couple’s 800-square-foot rental flat became a showroom of sorts for Sally’s evolving style and discoveries from fabled markets across Europe. — Jody Garlock, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2026 Chocolate is not involved, nor is Willy Wonka or tours of his fabled, fictional candy factory. — Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026 Notable brands on show at the Artemest exhibition include some of the city’s most historic names, among them glassmakers Venini, WonderGlass, NasonMoretti, Micheluzzi Glass as well as fabled fabrics firms Tessitura Bevilacqua and Rubelli. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fabled

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On this recording, Alan Silva, a Paris expat who had played on Taylor’s two legendary Blue Note albums in the ’60s, returns on bass and cello, while percussionist Jerome Cooper joins for his first-ever gig with the group.

— Levi Dayan, Pitchfork, 3 Nov. 2026
Pair him with the legendary Al Michaels, who is 81, also has a sense of humor and still brings it on Prime Ticket’s Thursday night game.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of legendary

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The rooms Even the most economical rooms are on point, continuing that mythic, sultry vibe that’s consistent across the resort.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
Also as is custom, adults will fret about the mostly mythical dangers children may face.

— Muizz Akhtar, Vox, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of mythical

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That’s right, more than Napa and Sonoma or Virginia—all areas far more famed for their vino and vines than Western North Carolina.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
Outwardly, the book and film both seek to imbue this event with the significance of the famed Christmas truce soccer matches between British and German forces in the no-man’s-land of the First World War.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 29 Oct. 2026

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