euhemeristic
/juˌhiməˈrɪstɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or based on the belief that myths and legends have a basis in real historical events or people.
- Her euhemeristic interpretation of the myth suggested the hero was a real warrior.
- The book takes a euhemeristic approach, treating the legend as exaggerated history.
- Some euhemeristic readings of Norse tales link the gods to ancient tribal leaders.
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