Legendary Meaning
/ˈlɛd͡ʒ.ənˌdɛɹ.i/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjOf or pertaining to a legend or to legends.
adjAppearing (solely) in legends.
Sentence Examples
Bill is still a legendary figure in this company.
His prowess with women is legendary.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The boxer's ____ physical strength made him almost unbeatable in the ring.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ hero was famous for his incredible strength and his many brave deeds in the ancient times.
Word Origin & History
From legend + -ary; from Medieval Latin legendārius. Earlier it was a noun meaning "a collection of legends" (1510s) (Medieval Latin legendārium, Old French legendier), from Latin legenda. In English, both the noun and the adjective first appeared in the 16th century.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"And it was a fitting victory for Liverpool as Anfield celebrated the 100th anniversary of the birth of their legendary Scottish manager Bill Shankly."
— 2013 September 1, Phil McNulty, BBC Sport:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The boxer's ____ physical strength made him almost unbeatable in the ring.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ hero was famous for his incredible strength and his many brave deeds in the ancient times.