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legendary

[lej-uhn-der-ee] / ˈlɛdʒ ənˌdɛr i /
ADJECTIVE
fictitious but well known
Synonyms
STRONGEST
fabled fabulous mythical storied
WEAK
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
WEAK
factual infamous real true unimportant
ADJECTIVE
famous
Synonyms
STRONGEST
famed illustrious renowned well-known
WEAK
celebrated immortal
Antonyms
STRONGEST
unimportant unknown
WEAK
factual infamous real true

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In Soho, there is the legendary Bar Italia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

While Ternus faces challenges, so did Cook when he took over for legendary CEO Steve Jobs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

Its failure to establish a market-leading grip on the world’s hottest, and most transformative, technology, will remain a key mark against Cook’s legendary tenure as company leader.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

The proprietor of Los Angeles’ legendary Clifton’s has given up on reopening the shuttered venue.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

A legendary grandparent approaches, wiping his hands on his apron.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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