myth
//mɪθ//
Noun
mythSingular
mythsPlural
1
A traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining a natural or social phenomenon, typically involving supernatural beings or events.
Greek myths tell stories of gods and heroes from ancient times.
2
A widely held but false belief or idea.
It's a myth that you need to drink eight glasses of water a day.
3
A fictitious or imaginary person or thing.
The perfect employee described in the job ad is a myth.