mythological

adjective

variants also mythologic
Definition of mythologicalnext
as in allegorical

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Recent Examples of mythological Day two kicks off with a Gyeongbokgung Palace tour to understand the Korean folklore behind mythological creatures with parallels to the movie’s evil boy band, Saja Boys. — Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2026 Jaguars featured prominently among their artworks, which many researchers had interpreted as a sign of mythological significance. — Kimon De Greef, Longreads, 4 Aug. 2026 While visually stunning, the expert said the film's adaptation of some mythological figures falls short of Homer's original. — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 26 July 2026 Christopher Nolan‘s adaptation of Odysseus’ long journey home is enjoying a sensational second weekend in theaters, as fans flock to see the 3,000 year old mythological tale unfold on the big screen. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mythological
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mythological
  1. allegorical
  2. imaginary
  3. fanciful
  4. fictional
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  • Depicting the rise and spectacular fall of an Anglo- and Euro-centric civilization, the series was originally presented as an allegorical warning about imperial expansion to the then-young nation.
    — Cat Dawson, ARTnews.com, 3 July 2026
  • And most ephemeral but perhaps most affecting were the shows that say something about our country and culture through their nuanced and often allegorical storytelling.
    — Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 29 June 2026
Definition of allegorical
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  • Near the end of the story, Gardner pledges to kill his imaginary son to spare him war’s toll, but backs out upon his wish to be transformed into a noble soldier.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The Argentinian prairie is adorned with imaginary houses, castles and theatres as the young girls construct spontaneous, invisible cities, stories and games in which Koberidze’s likewise unseen characters could live.
    — Manahil Tahira, Variety, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of imaginary
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  • Such talk seemed fanciful until this week, despite long-term unease with Infantino’s style and previous attempts to force through unpopular projects.
    — Graham Dunbar, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2026
  • But for Miami, adding Giannis and LeBron would have made Miami a legitimate East contender with championship hopes no longer fanciful or seeming far off.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
Definition of fanciful
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  • Kevin Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Nick Jonas will all reprise their roles as the fictional Gray brothers in the band Connect 3, with comedian Sherry Cola also joining the cast.
    — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Bud Billiken, the page’s fictional editor/mascot described as the guardian and protector of children, was invented by Abbott and the Defender’s executive editor Lucius Harper.
    — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026
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