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fabled

 

[ ˈfeɪbəld ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

legendary

Well known and often talked about, but probably not true.

Synonyms

fabulous, legendary, mythical

Examples of usage

  • The fabled city of Atlantis has never been found.
  • The fabled hero was said to have powers beyond imagination.
Context #2 | Verb

tales

Described in fables; fictitious or legendary.

Synonyms

fictional, imaginary, mythical

Examples of usage

  • The story was fabled to have been passed down through generations.
  • The characters in the book were fabled creatures from ancient myths.

Translations

Translations of the word "fabled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lendário

🇮🇳 किंवदंती

🇩🇪 sagenhaft

🇮🇩 legendaris

🇺🇦 легендарний

🇵🇱 legendarny

🇯🇵 伝説的な

🇫🇷 légendaire

🇪🇸 legendario

🇹🇷 efsanevi

🇰🇷 전설적인

🇸🇦 أسطوري

🇨🇿 legendární

🇸🇰 legendárny

🇨🇳 传奇的

🇸🇮 legendarni

🇮🇸 goðsagnakenndur

🇰🇿 аңызға айналған

🇬🇪 ლეგენდარული

🇦🇿 əfsanəvi

🇲🇽 legendario

Etymology

The word 'fabled' originates from the Middle English word 'fabul,' which means 'legendary.' The term has evolved over time to represent stories or characters that are well-known, often talked about, and surrounded by a sense of mystery and wonder. Fabled tales and creatures have been a significant part of folklore and mythology across various cultures, adding a touch of magic and imagination to storytelling.

See also: fables, fabulous.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,413, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.