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Legendary

/ˈlɛd͡ʒ.ənˌdɛɹ.i/ · adjective

Meaning

Of or pertaining to a legend or to legends..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Of or pertaining to a legend or to legends.
  2. Appearing (solely) in legends.
  3. Having the splendor of a legend; fabled.
  4. Having unimaginable greatness; excellent to such an extent to evoke stories.
  5. (obsolete) A collection of legends, in particular of lives of saints.
  6. (obsolete) One who relates legends.
  7. (Pokémon) A legendary Pokémon.

Example Sentences

And it was a fitting victory for Liverpool as Anfield celebrated the 100th anniversary of the birth of their legendary Scottish manager Bill Shankly.

Synonyms for legendary

legendariumunrealfabledknown

Antonyms for legendary

Related Words

fabledknownunrealfabulouslegendfamedfamouscelebratedrenownedimaginaryproverbialmythicalhistoricextraordinarynotorioussiltstoriedepicmythicheroic

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does legendary mean?

Legendary means Of or pertaining to a legend or to legends..

What is a synonym for legendary?

Common synonyms include legendarium, unreal, fabled, known.

What is the opposite of legendary?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use legendary in a sentence?

And it was a fitting victory for Liverpool as Anfield celebrated the 100th anniversary of the birth of their legendary Scottish manager Bill Shankly.

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