legendary

• Beschreibt jemanden oder etwas, das sehr bekannt und bewundert wird, oft wegen außergewöhnlicher Qualität oder Leistung; auch: nur in Legenden existierend oder wie aus einer Legende.

Describes someone or something that is very famous and admired, often because of an extraordinary quality or achievement.

1. Famous or iconicB2formal

   So well-known or celebrated that the person or thing has taken on the qualities of a legend.

   Legendär

   • Her performance was legendary, earning her a standing ovation.
   • The band's legendary status grew after their final concert.
   • He is a legendary figure in the world of sports.

   Synonymecelebratedepicfabledfamedfamousiconicillustriousmythicnotablerenowned

   Antonymeforgottenobscureunknownunnoticed

2. From myth or folkloreB2formal

   Described or celebrated in traditional stories, myths, or fables.

   Legendär

   • The legendary hero Hercules performed twelve impossible tasks.
   • King Arthur is a legendary ruler from British folklore.
   • The legendary creature was said to live deep in the forest.

   Synonymefabledfabulousmythicmythicalmythologicalstoried