myth

US /mɪθ/
UK /mɪθ/
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1.

a traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining a natural or social phenomenon, and typically involving supernatural beings or events.

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The ancient Greeks had many myths about their gods and goddesses.
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The creation myth tells how the world began.
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legendsagafablefolktaletale
2.

a widely held but false belief or idea.

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It's a common myth that sugar makes children hyperactive.
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The idea that we only use 10% of our brain is a popular myth.
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fallacymisconceptiondelusionillusionfictionfantasyuntruthfalsehoodfabricationinventionlie