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superstition

/ˌsuːpərˈstɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does superstition mean?

noun

A belief in supernatural causality: the power of the gods, magic, etc., to influence human affairs. A feeling or notion that a particular action or circumstance is lucky or unlucky.

Example

"The village was plagued by superstition, with many people believing that the old windmill was haunted."

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