Superstitious (adjective)

  1. Believing in or relating to superstition; having or showing superstition.
  2. Having or showing an irrational belief in the supernatural or a fear of the unknown.
  3. Having or showing an irrational belief that certain actions or events will bring good or bad luck.

Origin:

From the latin word "superstitiosus" meaning relating to excessive fear of the gods or undue reverence for religion.

Examples:

  1. She is superstitious and won't walk under ladders.
  2. He is superstitious and always carries a lucky charm.
  3. Many people are superstitious about the number thirteen.
  4. Some athletes are superstitious about their routines before a game.
  5. The sailors were superstitious and believed that whistling on a ship would bring bad luck.
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