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 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 The fabled entertainer died after a series of health issues that led her to postpone several performing commitments. — Rj Smith, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for fabled

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What to See A tribute to photographer Irving Penn at the MEP traces his career between 1947 and 2008, including legendary fashion photos from Paris, as well as his collaboration with Japanese designer Issey Miyake.

— Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
The Austrian filmmaker and former casting director, who came up under the legendary Michael Haneke, became obsessed with the story and researched hundreds of other examples, from decades before and after.

— David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of legendary

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In that dialogue, Endymion, the mythical shepherd, is imprisoned in an eternal sleep by Artemis and accosts a stranger who is on his way to Mount Latmus, where Endymion repairs each night to wait for Artemis.

— Max Norman, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026
Over the past few decades, Bimota has reached an almost mythical status in the motorcycle community.

— Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of mythical

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Kate Middleton has become famed for her ability to mix high-end and affordable brands—as well as her ability to effortlessly swap between elevated red carpet looks and surprisingly relaxed ensembles.

— Meg Walters, InStyle, 25 Sep. 2026
The site near the Spanish border draws millions of pilgrims annually, including sick and disabled believers hoping for a cure from the famed spring water in the Lourdes grotto.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026

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