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.

Related Words

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

Dissimilar Words

• truth
• verity

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of superstition

As tourists begin to arrive, the locals' superstitions begin to prove true. — ABC News, 15 Sep. 2026

This superstition often causes the fielding team to avoid saying the words no-hitter or perfect game and often leaves the pitcher isolated in the dugout. — Tushaar Kuthiala, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Sep. 2026

The accessory has become a superstition for fans believing that the purse — which has since sold out on the Woods by Jordyn website — was partly responsible for bringing the New York City team to the NBA Finals and its first win in over 50 years. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026

For some brides, cultural superstitions add yet another complicated layer to the nuptial-planning process. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 24 Aug. 2026