mythological

adjective

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

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Simhadri underlines that his character, Grover, has also experienced conflict between the real and mythological worlds. — John Bleasdale, Variety, 30 Oct. 2026 The lobby features murals by Argentine artist Juan Gatti, combining mythological, symbolic and botanical imagery. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026 Her husband, Tom Kaulitz, played a petrified Greek soldier, turned to stone by the mythological monster. — Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2026 While his photographs capture moments of power, individuality, and almost mythological heroism, the documentary will offer an opportunity to explore the complicated realities behind those images. — Robert Lang, Deadline, 19 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mythological

Word History

Etymology

mythology + -ical

First Known Use

1614, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 1 Nov. 2026.

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