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legendary

[lej-uhn-der-ee] / ˈlɛdʒ ənˌdɛr i /
ADJECTIVE
fictitious but well known
Synonyms
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fabled fabulous mythical storied
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allegorical apocryphal created customary doubtful dubious fabricated fanciful figmental handed-down imaginary imaginative improbable invented mythological related romantic told traditional unhistoric unhistorical unreal unverifiable
Antonyms
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factual infamous real true unimportant
ADJECTIVE
famous
Synonyms
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famed illustrious renowned well-known
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celebrated immortal
Antonyms
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unimportant unknown
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factual infamous real true

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The stars of legendary American crime drama "Charlie's Angels" reunited Monday at Los Angeles' PaleyFest to celebrate 50 years since the show catapulted the trio to fame.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

The more intricate Rocky puppet that appears on screen was later designed by Neal Scanlan, a legendary special effects artist, at the Creature Shop in London.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Other characters include Bernard the litter‑picking tree who is described as a "descendant of a legendary environmentalist lineage" inspired by nature documentaries.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Tiger Woods reportedly called Donald Trump shortly before the legendary golfer was arrested for DUI.

From Salon • Apr. 2, 2026

"I am legendary, boy. You've heard of Excalibur?"

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda