Word
fabled
Phoneticsfa·bled, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈfeɪbəɫd/
UK/fˈeɪbəld/
Definition
adj. describing something that is famous for being very good or very bad, often because of stories or legends. You use this to talk about things that people have heard about for a long time.
adj. widely known or celebrated, often through stories or legends. Frequently used to describe qualities or achievements that are the subject of popular acclaim or historical reputation.
Examples
“The city is famous for its fabled hospitality.”
“The region is known for its fabled beauty, attracting thousands of tourists every summer to see the ancient ruins.”
“The explorer's fabled journey across the desert remains a subject of intense debate among historians, though the physical evidence of his route is largely missing.”
Examples
simple
“The city is famous for its fabled hospitality.”
contextual
“The region is known for its fabled beauty, attracting thousands of tourists every summer to see the ancient ruins.”
complex
“The explorer's fabled journey across the desert remains a subject of intense debate among historians, though the physical evidence of his route is largely missing.”
Real-World Examples
“Jones, who served as the film’s historical consultant, doesn’t suggest that the Ploughman is supposed to be the fabled hero himself.” “Thomas Frank had been sacked a couple of weeks previously and fabled firefighter Igor Tudor had arrived in north London, only to lose his first two matches.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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