Legendary
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlɛd͡ʒ.ənˌdɛɹ.i/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Legendary is an adjective meaning Of or pertaining to a legend or to legends.
Meaning
Of or pertaining to a legend or to legends.
More Meanings
- Appearing (solely) in legends.
- Having the splendor of a legend; fabled.
- Having unimaginable greatness; excellent to such an extent to evoke stories.
- (Pokémon) A legendary Pokémon.
- (obsolete) A collection of legends, in particular of lives of saints.
- (obsolete) One who relates legends.
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.
Word Forms
- legendaries
Synonyms for legendary
Depending on context, synonyms include legendarium, unreal, fabled, known.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fabled, known, unreal, fabulous, legend, famed.
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