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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This legendary hotel is part safari experience, part luxury resort, and within a stone’s throw of Victoria Falls, offering guests complimentary VIP access to one of the world’s seven natural wonders.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
So Haley Swindal, the show’s lead producer and the granddaughter of legendary New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner, is partnering with Major League Baseball to promote the musical to its fans.

— Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of legendary

Adjective

The tall temples feature square bases and conical towers adorned with intricate stone carvings of gods and mythical animals, with the three largest structures dedicated to Shiva, Brahma, and Vishnu.

— Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026
Stroll through the woods and encounter prehistoric scenes, luminous flowers, lantern art and a host of mythical creatures.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of mythical

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Instead of a nanny, Lowen Ashleigh (Johnson) is a up-and-coming writer hired to help famed author Verity Crawford (Hathaway) finish her series of twisted psychological thrillers after a car accident left her unable to complete them on her own.

— Glamour, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2026
An annual auction will be held at the famed botanic garden outside Santa Barbara.

— Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

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