superstitious

[ˌsuːpərˈstɪʃəs]

superstitious Definition

having or showing a belief in superstitions, which are irrational beliefs in supernatural influences, especially leading to good or bad luck.

Using superstitious: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "superstitious" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is superstitious about black cats crossing her path.

  • Example

    He is so superstitious that he won't leave the house on Friday the 13th.

  • Example

    Many people are superstitious about breaking mirrors.

  • Example

    Some athletes are superstitious and have lucky rituals before games.

superstitious Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with superstitious

  • an irrational belief in supernatural influences, especially leading to good or bad luck

    Example

    Her superstitious belief in ghosts made her afraid of staying alone in the house.

  • actions based on irrational beliefs in supernatural influences, especially leading to good or bad luck

    Example

    His superstitious behavior included wearing the same socks for every game.

  • a set of actions performed based on irrational beliefs in supernatural influences, especially leading to good or bad luck

    Example

    The team's superstitious ritual before every game involved a specific chant and hand gesture.

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Summary: superstitious in Brief

'Superstitious' [ˌsuːpərˈstɪʃəs] describes a belief in irrational, supernatural influences that lead to good or bad luck. Examples include avoiding black cats, not leaving the house on Friday the 13th, and having lucky rituals before games. 'Superstitious' can also describe behavior and rituals based on these beliefs.

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