as in myths
a false idea or belief
the common misbelief that the Great Wall of China is visible from the moon
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for misbeliefs
Noun
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As political leaders have looked back at Revere’s story throughout American history, the myths created by Longfellow’s poem have popped up in other social movements.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025 -
These passages reflect how divided the planet once was, how easily myths about the United States could become rooted in other countries.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
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Guiteau had childhood traumas and delusions of grandeur, but his desire to find purpose through public service is presented as at least partially earnest.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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But if reality is infused with consciousness, this does at least open up the possibility that mystical experiences might be genuine insights into the nature of reality rather than just strange psychological delusions.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
5 Nov. 2025
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Orlando dominated the home stretch, however, by capitalizing on a string of Celtics errors.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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Tied again at 21, the Rattlers had three hitting errors down the stretch.—
Tim Meehan SD,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
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Sturm, who has had no illusions about what his team can and can’t do, is pleased with the way his players are starting to take to his hybrid zone/man system.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Bit by bit, Guiteau’s illusions are diminished by events like an angry mob gathering outside the prison, a disappointing reaction from his sister, and a confrontation with Lucretia after Garfield’s death.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
6 Nov. 2025
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Read on to learn about some of the pre-pageant superstitions, rituals and traditions maintained by Miss USA contestants from across the country.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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How Superstitions Impact Modern Life and Pregnacy Pregnancy and childbirth are major life changes, and with that may come feelings of nervousness, excitement, even fear—and some of these feelings could present themselves as superstitions.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
23 Oct. 2025
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Still, Jacob and Mason believe some people have misconceptions about e-bikes and how young riders use them.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Nov. 2025
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On one side the KC Reparations Coalition is preparing to launch a six-month public education campaign and raise $50,000 for a documentary that will confront misconceptions about reparations.—
J.M. Banks
November 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Misbeliefs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misbeliefs. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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