mythical
adjective
myth·i·cal
ˈmi-thi-kəl 
variants
or mythic
1
: based on or described in a myth especially as contrasted with history
2
usually mythical
: existing only in the imagination : fictitious, imaginary
constructed a mythical all-star team
3
usually mythic
: having qualities suitable to myth : legendary
the twilight of a mythic professional career—
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Hercules was a mythical hero who was half man and half god.
gods fighting in a mythical battle in the sky
The sportswriters picked a mythical all-star team.
The benefits of the new policy proved to be mythical.
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The success of your AI initiatives doesn't depend on finding that mythical, perfect leader.
—Bernard Marr, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Under Azra’s oppressive regime, a rebellion headed by a mythical figure known as Uchawi, in alliance with the forest-dwelling Root Sisters, has grown in the shadows to take back Talamh and restore its magical essence.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 4 Mar. 2025
The temple is famous for its towering gopurams (gateway towers), each covered in a riot of colors and adorned with intricate sculptures of deities, demons, and mythical creatures from Hindu mythology.
—Shalbha Sarda, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
Naturally, the power of fire took on mythical meanings, often representing death and renewal.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 2 Mar. 2025
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Bernard Marr, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Under Azra’s oppressive regime, a rebellion headed by a mythical figure known as Uchawi, in alliance with the forest-dwelling Root Sisters, has grown in the shadows to take back Talamh and restore its magical essence.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 4 Mar. 2025
The temple is famous for its towering gopurams (gateway towers), each covered in a riot of colors and adorned with intricate sculptures of deities, demons, and mythical creatures from Hindu mythology.
—Shalbha Sarda, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
Naturally, the power of fire took on mythical meanings, often representing death and renewal.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 2 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for mythical
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“Mythical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mythical. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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mythical
adjective
myth·i·cal
ˈmith-i-kəl
variants
or mythic
1
: based on, described in, or being a myth
Hercules is a mythical hero
2
: existing only in the imagination : imaginary
the author created a mythical town
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