legendary

Word parts

legend + -ary

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈlɛdʒənˌdɛri/

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Adjective

Positive legendary

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. A legendary person, place, or event is famous and remembered in stories, whether real or fictional.

   The legendary King Arthur is said to have ruled Britain.

   Atlantis is a legendary city believed to have sunk into the ocean.

2. If something is legendary, it is very famous or well-known for being impressive or extraordinary.

   The athlete's performance in the game was truly legendary.

Related words

• legend
• legendarily