legendary

/ˈlɛdʒənˌdɛri/
noun
  1. A person or thing that is very famous and admired.
    • In basketball, Michael Jordan is a true legendary.
    • That car model became a legendary for its durability.
    • The old guitarist is considered a legendary among blues fans.
adjective
  1. Very famous and admired, especially for being outstanding in some way.
    • He is a legendary figure in the world of science.
    • Their hospitality is legendary; everyone feels welcome there.
    • The singer gave a legendary performance that night.
  2. Relating to stories from the past, especially those that are not proven to be true.
    • The legendary city of Atlantis has never been found.
    • She told us a legendary tale of a dragon that guarded the mountain.
    • Many legendary heroes appear in ancient myths.