as in myth
a belief or way of behaving that is based on fear of the unknown and faith in magic or luck; a belief that certain events or things will bring good or bad luck
It is a common superstition that a black cat crossing your path is bad luck.
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Recent Examples of superstition
The study addressed not only personal sacrifice, but personal superstition.
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David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 12 June 2025
There’s nothing better than a bout of cup final superstition, like Oliver Glasner’s post-press-conference pastry or Steve Parish’s lucky cufflinks.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Everything is laid out here, from Sonny’s contempt for authority to his capacity for superstition.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 17 June 2025
Surely, Mike McDermott has all the traits of an old-school baseball coach, from his emphasis on fundamentals, the energy belying his years, the sharp, dry wit and slew of superstitions.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 15 June 2025
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David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 12 June 2025
There’s nothing better than a bout of cup final superstition, like Oliver Glasner’s post-press-conference pastry or Steve Parish’s lucky cufflinks.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Everything is laid out here, from Sonny’s contempt for authority to his capacity for superstition.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 17 June 2025
Surely, Mike McDermott has all the traits of an old-school baseball coach, from his emphasis on fundamentals, the energy belying his years, the sharp, dry wit and slew of superstitions.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 15 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for superstition
Noun
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In my own writing, the process of myth making fascinates me.—
Irenosen Okojie
July 11,
Literary Hub,
11 July 2025
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Reason 2: The Obsession with Control The second myth plaguing modern business is the assumption that complex systems can be controlled through tighter management processes.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Noun
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High-profile cases have shown that spreadsheet errors can cost companies millions.—
Aleksandra Bal,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Unforced error after unforced error plagued the team.—
Emma Moon,
Charlotte Observer,
13 July 2025
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“Superstition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superstition. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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