Basic Details
Word: Legendary
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Remarkable enough to be famous or well known; based on or resembling legends.
Synonyms: Fabled, mythical, epic, famous, celebrated
Antonyms: Unknown, obscure, ordinary, unremarkable
Idioms and Phrases
- Stuff of legends: Something so extraordinary that it is or could become part of a legend. Example: "Her performance on the stage was the stuff of legends."
- Become legendary: To gain fame and admiration over time for remarkable achievements. Example: "The athlete's dedication and skill became legendary in the sports world."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The legendary singer performed for a sold-out crowd one last time.
Example 2: He told a legendary tale about dragons and ancient kingdoms.
Example 3: Her legendary kindness made her beloved by everyone in the village.
Fun Fact
The word "legendary" comes from the Latin word *legendarius*, which referred to things that should be read or were worthy of being passed down through stories. It originally referred to saints' lives, known as legends.
Famous Quote
"Heroes get remembered, but legends never die." *The Sandlot*
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "legendary" mean?
a) Recently discovered
b) Unknown or unfamiliar
c) Remarkable and famous
d) Basic and simple
Answer: c) Remarkable and famous
2. Which of the following is a synonym of "legendary"?
a) Ordinary
b) Mythical
c) Forgotten
d) Average
Answer: b) Mythical
3. Which is an antonym of "legendary"?
a) Celebrated
b) Epic
c) Obscure
d) Heroic
Answer: c) Obscure
4. Which sentence uses "legendary" correctly?
a) She had a legendary for ice cream.
b) His legendary helped him do his homework.
c) The legendary actor received a lifetime achievement award.
d) They were legendary their way home.
Answer: c) The legendary actor received a lifetime achievement award.
5. What does the idiom "stuff of legends" mean?
a) A boring and normal event
b) Something that should be forgotten
c) An ordinary and unimportant event
d) Something so amazing it deserves to be remembered in stories
Answer: d) Something so amazing it deserves to be remembered in stories
