mythical

adjective
UK: /ˈmɪθɪkl/
US: /ˈmɪθɪkl/

  1. Existing only in myths; not real or true.

    1. Dragons are mythical creatures from old stories.
    2. Unicorns are mythical animals that many people find fascinating but aren't real.

  2. Relating to or characteristic of myths or mythology.

    1. The hero's journey is a mythical story often told.
    2. The mythical tales of ancient Greece still influence modern literature and art.

Synonyms

fabled unreal imaginary chimerical legendary

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "mythical" in English means: Existing only in myths; not real or true., Relating to or characteristic of myths or mythology..

The phonetic transcription of "mythical" is /ˈmɪθɪkl/ in British English and /ˈmɪθɪkl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "mythical": fabled, unreal, imaginary, chimerical, legendary.

Example usage of "mythical": "Dragons are mythical creatures from old stories.". More examples on the page.