arthurian
adjective
Meaning
Relating to the legendary British leader King Arthur, his court at Camelot, or the body of literature and folklore surrounding them.
Examples
- The professor dedicated her entire career to studying Arthurian romance and its influence on modern fantasy literature.
- Scholars often debate whether the Arthurian legends are based on a real historical figure or are purely mythological.
Synonyms: legendary, mythical, medieval, chivalric