mythical
pronunciation
How to pronounce mythical in British English:
UK [ˈmɪθɪkl]
How to pronounce mythical in American English:
US [ˈmɪθɪkl]
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- Adjective:
- based on or told of in traditional stories; lacking factual basis or historical validity
Word Origin
- mythical (adj.)
- 1670s; see mythic + -al (1).
Example
- 1. A mythical historical narrative to justify the case for such a protracted war is already being articulated .
- 2. They remind me of that mythical stockbroking firm that predicted the equity market better than its competitors .
- 3. Yet because it 's not a new miracle cure on the market , and it 's not a mythical superfood , it 's not news at all .
- 4. Jules and nic , respecting laser and joni 's curiosity about this almost mythical character , find the ground of their own relationship shifting in uncomfortable ways .
- 5. In mythical broken britain , children are especially at risk .