Mythological

/ˌmɪθəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to or based on mythology, especially the myths of a particular culture.

The mythological stories of ancient Greece are filled with gods and heroes.

Characterized by or resembling myths or mythology.

The mythological themes in the novel reflect the struggles of mankind.

Often exaggerated or based on traditional tales rather than factual history.

His mythological claims about his ancestry added to his legendary status.

From myth + -logical, influenced by Greek 'mythologia'.

mythological hero

A hero from myth, often possessing extraordinary abilities.

mythological creature

A creature that exists in mythology but not in reality.

mythological themes

Recurring subjects or concepts found in myths.

myth

A traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining some natural or social phenomenon.

mythology

A collection of myths, especially one belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.

legend

A traditional story sometimes popularly regarded as historical but unauthenticated.

Epic or larger-than-life.

The concert was mythological, an experience I'll never forget.

Outrageously unrealistic or fantastical.

His excuses for being late were just mythological; no one believed them.