superstitious
word
/ˌsupɝˈstɪʃəs/
soo-pur-STI-shuhs
/sˌuːpəstˈɪʃəs/
soo-puh-STI-shuhs
Definition
Believing that certain events, actions, or objects can bring good or bad luck, often without scientific reason.
Usage & Nuances
Describes someone who connects luck to rituals, numbers, or signs. Slightly negative or playful tone; use for beliefs not backed by evidence. Common with 'about' (e.g., 'superstitious about Friday the 13th'). Not the same as 'religious' or 'spiritual'.
Spanish: supersticioso - supersticiosaPortuguese (BR): supersticioso - supersticiosaPortuguese (PT): supersticioso - supersticiosaChinese (Simplified): 迷信的Chinese (Traditional): 迷信的Hindi: अंधविश्वासीArabic: خرافيBengali: অন্ধবিশ্বাসীRussian: суеверныйJapanese: 迷信的Vietnamese: mê tínKorean: 미신을 믿는Turkish: batıl inançlıUrdu: توہم پرستIndonesian: takhayul - mempercayai takhayul
Example Sentences
My grandmother is very superstitious.
basic
Some people are superstitious about breaking mirrors.
basic
He is superstitious about black cats.
basic
I'm not very superstitious, but I never walk under ladders.
natural
She's a little superstitious about wearing the color red during exams.
natural
Most of my friends aren't superstitious, but they knock on wood just in case.
natural