superstition
nounfeminine/supɨɾʃtiˈsɐ̃w̃/medium
su·per·sti·ção
Definition
An irrational belief in supernatural influences, omens, luck, or ritualistic actions affecting fate.
The superstition that a black cat brings bad luck is common.
He is not given to superstitions.
Common collocations
superstitious beliefpopular superstitionrid oneself of superstition
Etymology
Do latim 'superstitio, superstitionis' (crença excessiva ou irracional no sobrenatural).