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legendary
[ lej-uhn-der-ee ]
adjective
- of, relating to, or of the nature of a legend.
Synonyms: superhuman, strange, supernatural, heroic
- celebrated or described in legend:
a legendary hero.
noun
- a collection of legends.
legendary
/ -drɪ; ˈlɛdʒəndərɪ /
adjective
- of or relating to legend
- celebrated or described in a legend or legends
- very famous or notorious
Other Words From
- legend·ari·ly adverb
- pre·legend·ary adjective
- pseudo·legend·ary adjective
- quasi-legend·ary adjective
- semi·legend·ary adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of legendary1
Example Sentences
John Mayer and movie director McG have agreed to buy the Jim Henson Company Lot, a legendary studio in Hollywood founded by Charlie Chaplin.
That night not only launched a legendary playing career but also a Hall of Fame friendship.
First, there was the appropriate moment of silence for John Robinson, the legendary former USC and Rams coach who died Monday at age 89.
But a string of disasters and bad luck has since turned his dream into a legendary story of financial ruin.
However, Humphrey remains a fan of Match of the Day, previously telling The Express he would "never say never" to hosting the "legendary show".
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