Legendary Definition & Meaning

legendary
adjective
  1. so celebrated as to having taken on the nature of a legend; "the legendary exploits of the arctic trailblazers"
  2. celebrated in fable or legend; "the fabled Paul Bunyan and his blue ox"; "legendary exploits of Jesse James"

"Legendary" in song lyrics

See how legendary is used in real songs:

  • "My misery is legendary"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Soul of a Coke Dealer
  • "Write to the gods like it's legendary"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) f/ Saafir — Hell's Kitchen
  • "My team is legendary"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Murda Murda

Usage tips for "legendary"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "legendary" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for legendary to find words that pair well.

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