mythical Meaning, Definition & Usage
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adjective satellite based on or told of in traditional stories; lacking factual basis or historical validity
mythic; mythological; fabulous; mythologic.
- mythical centaurs
- the fabulous unicorn
WordNet
Myth"ic, Myth"ic*al adjective
(Also<
- Mythic
- Mythical
)
Etymology
L.Definitions
Of or relating to myths; described in a myth; of the nature of a myth; fabulous; imaginary; fanciful. --Myth"ic*al*ly , adv.The mythic turf where danced the nymphs. Mrs. Browning.
Hengist and Horsa, Vortigern and Rowena, Arthur and Mordred, are mythical persons, whose very existence may be questioned. Macaulay.