remythologizing

/ˌriːmɪˈθɑːləˌdʒaɪzɪŋ/
verb
  1. Present participle of remythologize: to give a new or updated mythological meaning or story to something.
    • The artist is remythologizing old folk tales for a modern audience.
    • The writer spent years remythologizing the creation story in her novel.
    • By remythologizing the city's past, the museum created a sense of wonder.
noun
  1. The act or process of giving a new or updated mythological meaning or story to something.
    • The remythologizing of the company's history helped build a stronger brand identity.
    • Some scholars see the film as a remythologizing of the American frontier.
    • The author's remythologizing of ancient legends made them feel fresh and relevant.
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