fabulous

/ˈfæbjʊləs/adjective

Connected with fables, myths, or legend.

Example sentence

“Dragons and other fabulous beasts fill the pages of the old storybooks.”

This fable-related sense is the original one, but in modern speech 'fabulous' almost always just means wonderful. Context makes clear which is meant.

Related words

facadeThe outer front wall of a building, especially the side that faces the street.fabricateTo build something by joining its parts together; to construct or manufacture.facetOne of the small flat polished surfaces on a cut gemstone.exudeTo let a liquid seep out slowly through pores or small openings; to give something off.facetiousJoking about serious matters in a way that seems out of place.exuberantOverflowing with cheerful energy and enthusiasm.