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.

The myth of Hercules is one of the most famous stories from ancient Greek mythology.

A widely held but false belief or idea.

The notion that lightning never strikes the same place twice is a common myth.

A fictitious or imaginary person or thing.

The Loch Ness Monster is considered a myth by many scientists.

An exaggerated or idealized conception about a person, institution, or thing that does not fully reflect reality.

The myth of the self-made entrepreneur still shapes public opinion.

mythadjektiv

Used attributively to denote or relate to a myth.

She specializes in myth studies and folklore.