Synonyms of superstition

superstition

noun

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.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• myth
• error
• delusion
• misconception
• illusion
• fallacy
• misunderstanding
• misbelief
• fiction
• falsehood
• pretence
• hallucination
• untruth
• factoid
• tale
• falsity
• misperception
• misinterpretation
• lie
• misapprehension
• distortion
• inaccuracy
• miscomprehension
• misinformation
• pretense
• misrepresentation
• misjudgment
• sophism
• old wives' tale
• sophistry
• misstatement
• misknowledge
• half-truth
• story
• misreport
• fib

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• truth
• verity

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of superstition

There was no superstition, no effort to make some drastic mojo change to his game. —Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 14 Jan. 2025

The practice ties celebration to a deeply rooted superstition: sweet grapes predict good fortune, while sour ones warn of challenges. —Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025

Below, 13 New Year’s Eve superstitions encompassing cultures from around the world to incorporate into your December 31st festivities. —Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024

Knocking on wood: This age-old superstition is believed to prevent bad luck or jinxes. —Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 13 Dec. 2024