superstition

noun
UK: /ˌsuːpəˈstɪʃən/
US: /ˌsuːpərˈstɪʃən/

  1. A belief that things like magic, luck, or supernatural forces cause events.

    1. It's just a superstition, don't worry about the black cat.
    2. Many people dismiss astrology as a mere superstition, lacking scientific evidence.

  2. A widely held but irrational belief in supernatural influences, especially as leading to good or bad luck, or a practice based on such a belief.

    1. Breaking a mirror is a superstition said to bring seven years of bad luck.
    2. Despite his education, he clung to the superstition that Friday the 13th was unlucky.

Synonyms

delusion myth belief folklore old wives' tale
superstition adjective

  1. Relating to or arising from superstition.

    1. The old woman had superstition fears.
    2. The superstition practices were common among the villagers in the remote area.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "superstition" in English means: A belief that things like magic, luck, or supernatural forces cause events., A widely held but irrational belief in supernatural influences, especially as leading to good or bad luck, or a practice based on such a belief..

The phonetic transcription of "superstition" is /ˌsuːpəˈstɪʃən/ in British English and /ˌsuːpərˈstɪʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "superstition": delusion, myth, belief, folklore, old wives' tale.

Example usage of "superstition": "It's just a superstition, don't worry about the black cat.". More examples on the page.