mythological

adjective

myth·​o·​log·​i·​cal ˌmi-thə-ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce mythological (audio)
variants or less commonly mythologic
1
: of or relating to mythology or myths : dealt with in mythology
2
: lacking factual basis or historical validity : mythical, fabulous
mythologically adverb

Examples of mythological in a Sentence

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For example, collectors delighted in displaying wondrous fabrications and mythological beings in their curiosity cabinets, from ersatz dragons to many-headed hydra. The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 8 Jan. 2025 Before modern astronomy, solar eclipses were often assigned mythological or theological significance, which likely contributed to our enduring fascination with them. Rafi Schwartz, The Week Us, theweek, 16 Dec. 2024 Related Articles In place of the bridge’s suspension cables is a reimagination of the mythological figure’s wings. Kanika Talwar, WWD, 5 Dec. 2024 Some are humans, like the nude men embracing; others are mythological creatures. Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mythological 

Word History

Etymology

mythology + -ical

First Known Use

1614, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of mythological was in 1614

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“Mythological.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mythological. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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