myths Definition
- 1traditional stories that explain the beliefs of a society, often involving gods and heroes
- 2widely held but false beliefs or ideas
Using myths: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "myths" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Greek myths include stories about Zeus, Apollo, and Athena.
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The myth of the Loch Ness Monster has been debunked by scientists.
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The idea that vaccines cause autism is a myth.
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The myth of the American Dream suggests that anyone can achieve success through hard work.
myths Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for myths
- folklore
- legends
- fables
Phrases with myths
a collection of myths belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition
Example
Norse mythology includes stories about Odin, Thor, and Loki.
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The urban myth that Walt Disney was cryogenically frozen after his death has been debunked.
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The unicorn is a mythical creature often depicted as a horse with a single horn on its forehead.
Summary: myths in Brief
The term 'myths' [miths] refers to traditional stories that explain the beliefs of a society, often involving gods and heroes. It can also refer to widely held but false beliefs or ideas, such as the myth that vaccines cause autism. 'Myths' extends into phrases like 'urban myth,' denoting widely circulated but untrue stories, and 'mythical creature,' referring to creatures from mythology that are not believed to exist in reality.
