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superstition

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/supɨɾʃtiˈsɐ̃w̃/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.”

superstitious beliefpopular superstitionrid oneself of superstition