Synonyms of legends

legends

noun

plural of legend

1

as in tables

an explanatory list of the symbols on a map or chart

the legend indicated that a large circle represented a major city, while a small circle stood for a small town

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tables
• captions
• keys
• scales
• guides

2

as in captions

an explanation or description accompanying a pictorial illustration

the legend in the science textbook indicated that the accompanying picture had been enlarged by 1000%

Synonyms & Similar Words

• captions
• translations
• cutlines
• subtitles
• slogans
• keys
• mottoes
• taglines
• closed-captionings
• posies

3

as in myths

a traditional but unfounded story that gives the reason for a current custom, belief, or fact of nature

some ancient civilizations had legends about spirits that inhabited trees and rocks

Synonyms & Similar Words

• myths
• fables
• tales
• stories
• allegories
• parables
• mythoi
• fictions
• fantasies
• inventions
• sagas
• narratives
• fabrications
• yarns
• figments

4

as in mythologies

the body of customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings associated with a people, thing, or place

that story of how the world came to be has long been part of Native American legend

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mythologies
• folklores
• traditions
• lores
• myths
• information
• tales
• legendries
• mythoi
• wisdoms
• knowledges
• anecdotes
• folktales
• fables
• yarns
• folklifes
• old wives' tales

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of legends

Early birds were treated to appearances from Broadway legends like Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee, as well as musical numbers from the folk standouts Bob Dylan and Peter, Paul and Mary. — Literary Hub, 1 Oct. 2026

The drama will blend mystery and suspense to revisit the events and legends surrounding a case that involved three unsolved murders, which still captivates people. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2026

With exceptional performances from the entire cast and homages to musical legends like Whitney Houston and Janet Jackson, Bioh and White present a reflection of the Black female experience in all of its dazzling idiosyncrasies, triumphs and pains. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 29 Sep. 2026

The fight itself became a contest of grit between two legends—both past their prime but unbroken in will. — Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Sep. 2026

In addition to collaborating with Benatar and her husband, Neil Giraldo, Parton’s rock album featured other collaborations with Elton John, Stevie Nicks, Sting, Pink, Brandi Carlile and more rock legends. — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2026

His 850 tackles through his first 99 games rank eighth behind legends like Ray Lewis, Luke Kuechly and Zach Thomas. — Miami Herald, 27 Sep. 2026

The Dodgers have a long history of developing unexpected October legends, whose dormant bats and forgettable defense suddenly round into championship form. — Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026

Adorning the white bricks are the names of all the actors who’ve played the lead roles in the show, a group that includes a slew of Broadway legends, but also quite a few unexpected show people. — Rebecca Milzoff, Billboard, 24 Sep. 2026