Superstition

Definition of Superstition

Su`per`sti´tion

n.	1.	An excessive reverence for, or fear of, that which is unknown or mysterious.
	2.	An ignorant or irrational worship of the Supreme Deity; excessive exactness or rigor in religious opinions or practice; extreme and unnecessary scruples in the observance of religious rites not commanded, or of points of minor importance; also, a rite or practice proceeding from excess of sculptures in religion. And the truth With superstitions and traditions taint. - Milton.
	3.	The worship of a false god or gods; false religion; religious veneration for objects. [The accusers] had certain questions against him of their own superstition. - Acts xxv. 19.
	4.	Belief in the direct agency of superior powers in certain extraordinary or singular events, or in magic, omens, prognostics, or the like.
	5.	Excessive nicety; scrupulous exactness.

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