mythogeny

/ˌmɪθəˈdʒiːni/

Definitions

1. noun

The origin or formation of myths

“The anthropologist studied the mythogeny of ancient cultures.”

2. noun

The study of the origin and development of myths

“She pursued a career in mythogeny, fascinated by the evolution of mythological stories.”

Synonyms

  • mythogenesis
  • mythopoeic

Antonyms

  • factuality
  • historicity