legend Synonyms
Another word for legend
• noun (Context 1)
A traditional story handed down from earlier times, often popularly regarded as historical or based on real people and events, though not authenticated.
"According to local myth, the ancient castle was built in a single night by giants."
• noun (Context 2)
An extremely famous, admired, or notorious person who has achieved iconic status in a particular field or activity.
"After winning her seventh championship title, she was universally hailed as a tennis icon."
• noun (Context 3)
An explanatory table, list, or caption accompanying a map, chart, or diagram that explains the symbols, colors, or scale used.
"Check the key at the bottom of the map to see which symbol represents a train station."
• noun (Context 4)
An inscription, motto, or title engraved on a coin, medal, or monument.
"The weathered silver coin still bore a faint Latin inscription around the monarch's profile."
Opposites of legend
The opposite of legend shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: