adj
legendary
LEHJ-uhn-dree
adj
1
Described in or belonging to legend.
"The legendary sword was said to have been forged by the gods."
2
Extremely famous or admired, often to the point of exaggeration.
"Her generosity became legendary among the staff."
"The band's legendary live shows sold out within minutes."
How to Use Legendary
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSo famous or impressive it sounds like something from a legend.
Common pairings
legendary status
a legendary performance
Word Forms
more legendary comparative, legendaries plural, most legendary superlative
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Etymology
From legend plus the adjective suffix -ary, via Medieval Latin legendārius.