Myth (Noun)
Meaning
A traditional story accepted as history; serves to explain the world view of a people.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The ancient Greeks had many myths to explain the creation of the universe and the lives of their gods.
- The myth of the great flood is told in the sacred texts of many cultures, often symbolizing renewal and destruction.
- Native American tribes have a rich collection of myths that describe how the earth was formed and the spirits that inhabit it.
- Myths and legends from African cultures have been passed down through generations by oral tradition, sharing stories of ancestors and magical creatures.
- In Norse mythology, the story of Ragnarok serves as a cautionary tale about the end of the world and the downfall of the gods.