1. A traditional story, typically involving supernatural or imaginary beings, that embodies the beliefs of a culture or explains natural phenomena
The myth of Prometheus explains how humans obtained fire.
O mito de Prometeu explica como os humanos obtiveram o fogo.
2. A widely held but false belief or idea; a misconception
It is a myth that you only use 10% of your brain.
É um mito que você usa apenas 10% do seu cérebro.
3. A person or thing that is greatly exaggerated or idealized
The larger-than-life celebrity had become a myth in popular culture.
A celebridade maior que a vida havia se tornado um mito na cultura popular.