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as in myth
a traditional but unfounded story that gives the reason for a current custom, belief, or fact of nature
according to one creation mythos, humans sprang from the forehead of a god
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as in mythology
the body of customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings associated with a people, thing, or place
the Superman mythos has long since become ingrained in popular American culture
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Recent Examples of mythos
This is the most thematically logical order to engage with the Beatles that allows both the cold, hard facts of the band to intermingle with the fantasy and mythos of the music.
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Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2025
This is the mythos of the city, the Frank Sinatra version that plays at the stadium after the ninth-inning walk-off home run.
—Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 5 May 2025
Her Snow White feels like a self-aware heroine in conversation with the Disney-princess mythos, far more skeptical than swooning, as well as gentle enough to appeal to children.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2025
While this notoriety is a key chapter in the game’s cultural mythos, today, D&D is valued intellectual property owned by Hasbro.
—Eric Francisco, Rolling Stone, 1 Mar. 2025
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Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2025
This is the mythos of the city, the Frank Sinatra version that plays at the stadium after the ninth-inning walk-off home run.
—Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 5 May 2025
Her Snow White feels like a self-aware heroine in conversation with the Disney-princess mythos, far more skeptical than swooning, as well as gentle enough to appeal to children.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 21 Mar. 2025
While this notoriety is a key chapter in the game’s cultural mythos, today, D&D is valued intellectual property owned by Hasbro.
—Eric Francisco, Rolling Stone, 1 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mythos
Noun
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Reason 2: The Obsession with Control The second myth plaguing modern business is the assumption that complex systems can be controlled through tighter management processes.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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In my own writing, the process of myth making fascinates me.—
Irenosen Okojie
July 11,
Literary Hub,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Or choose another name from Greek mythology, as Daphne is a nymph whom the god Apollo loved.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
8 July 2025
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As such, the origin of Superman is perhaps the strongest example of entertainment in modern mythology.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Target $130 $70 (46% off) Walmart Blue’s Yeti is a USB mic legend.—
Parker Hall,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
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Several fans flooded the comments on Instagram and TikTok, calling Chief Keef a legend for finding his way into Melber’s headphones.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile, La Llorona headlines Monstruos 3: The Ghosts of Latin America, the third maze based on Latin American folklore.—
Simon Thompson,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Again, there is a heavy influence of mythology, folklore, surrealism and fantasy.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
7 July 2025
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This includes continuing to donate 5% of our profits to a range of organizations and activating our long-standing tradition of local volunteerism.—
Brian Cornell,
Essence,
6 July 2025
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David Beckham continued his tradition of bringing his mom to Wimbledon this year.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
5 July 2025
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Trophies have become embedded in Big Ten lore, with replicas appearing on T-shirts and Christmas ornaments sold by shops throughout the Midwest.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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Recognizing the rich history of the site and its historical figures, Buffalo Trace would go on to revitalize its legacy brands, including one that would cement George T. Stagg’s name in whiskey lore.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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“Mythos.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mythos. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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