legendary

Meanings

• adjective

  Of or relating to legends or legendary persons.

  - "The legendary status of King Arthur is still debated among historians."
  - "The legendary hero, Beowulf, faced many challenges in his epic journey."

• adjective

  Exceptional or unforgettable; famous or notorious.

  - "The legendary performance of the Rolling Stones at Altamont Free Concert is still talked about."
  - "The legendary actor, Marlon Brando, gave a memorable performance in 'The Godfather'."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with legendary
epic , mythic , picnic

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Variants

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legendarily , legendary

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Etymology

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From Old French 'légendaire' meaning 'belonging to legend' or 'containing legends'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'legendary' was first used in English in the 14th century.

2. The term 'legendary' comes from the Latin word 'legenda', meaning 'things to be read'.

3. The term 'legendary' is often used interchangeably with 'mythical' or 'folkloric'.

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Related Concepts

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1. mythology: The study of myths, which are stories about gods, heroes, or natural phenomena, that are transmitted through cultures and traditions.

2. folklore: The body of stories, customs, and beliefs that are passed down through generations in a culture, often relating to the supernatural or natural phenomena.

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Culture

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The term 'legendary' is often used to describe persons, places, or things that have become famous or notorious through stories and traditions. In literature, 'legendary' is used to describe characters or events that are larger than life, such as King Arthur or Beowulf. In music, legendary artists are those who have left an indelible mark on their genre, like Elvis Presley or The Beatles.

How to Memorize "legendary"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a large, ornate book filled with stories about legendary heroes and mythical creatures.
   - Imagine a person with a larger-than-life reputation, surrounded by awe-struck admirers.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'legendary' with the word 'epic', as both suggest grand stories and heroic deeds.
   - Think of the term 'legendary' as synonymous with 'unforgettable' or 'memorable'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'legendary' with the phrase 'larger-than-life stories' or 'unforgettable tales'.
   - Use the acronym 'LG' to remember that 'legendary' means 'belonging to legend'.

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