legendary

noun

(Pokémon) A legendary Pokémon.

(obsolete) A collection of legends, in particular of lives of saints.

(obsolete) One who relates legends.

adjective

Having unimaginable greatness; excellent to such an extent to evoke stories.

Of or pertaining to a legend or to legends.

Having the splendor of a legend; fabled.

Appearing (solely) in legends.

Roots

legoleg- · Latin · gather, choose

Synonyms for legendary

fabledadj famedadj renownedadj famousadj mythicaladj mythicadj illustriousadj storiedadj notoriousadj mythologicaladj celebratedadj venerableadj acclaimedv historiedadj unparalleledadj immortaladj

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