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mythicism

[ mɪˈθɪsɪz(ə)m ]

Noun

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study of

Mythicism is the scholarly investigation of ancient myths and legends, typically focusing on their origins, meanings, and cultural significance. It involves analyzing the narratives, symbols, and motifs found in various mythological traditions.

Synonyms

mythology research, mythology study.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
mythicism	Utilize 'mythicism' when discussing the belief that myth holds a foundational truth or is the primary mode of interpreting reality. It's often used in the context of broader discussions on religious or spiritual belief systems. The scholar's work on mythicism suggests that ancient tales reveal deeper truths about human nature. Modern mythicism often looks at popular media to identify living myths in today's culture.
mythology study	Use 'mythology study' when talking about the act of learning or the field of studying myths and their influences, often in a more general and less formal context compared to 'mythology research'. The mythology study group meets every Wednesday to discuss different cultural myths. He took an elective course in mythology study during his first year at college.
mythology research	Employ 'mythology research' when referring to the systemic and academic study of myths, particularly when emphasizing the process of investigation and discovery. Her mythology research has uncovered new insights into Norse legends. The university offers a specialized program dedicated to mythology research.

Word

Description / Examples

mythicism

Utilize 'mythicism' when discussing the belief that myth holds a foundational truth or is the primary mode of interpreting reality. It's often used in the context of broader discussions on religious or spiritual belief systems.

The scholar's work on mythicism suggests that ancient tales reveal deeper truths about human nature.
Modern mythicism often looks at popular media to identify living myths in today's culture.

mythology study

Use 'mythology study' when talking about the act of learning or the field of studying myths and their influences, often in a more general and less formal context compared to 'mythology research'.

The mythology study group meets every Wednesday to discuss different cultural myths.
He took an elective course in mythology study during his first year at college.

mythology research

Employ 'mythology research' when referring to the systemic and academic study of myths, particularly when emphasizing the process of investigation and discovery.

Her mythology research has uncovered new insights into Norse legends.
The university offers a specialized program dedicated to mythology research.

Examples of usage

Mythicism seeks to uncover the underlying themes and messages within ancient stories.
Scholars of mythicism often compare myths from different cultures to identify common motifs.

Translations

Translations of the word "mythicism" in other languages:

🇵🇹 miticismo

🇮🇳 मिथकवाद

🇩🇪 Mythizismus

🇮🇩 mitisisme

🇺🇦 міфіцизм

🇵🇱 miticzym

🇯🇵 神話主義 (しんわしゅぎ)

🇫🇷 mythicisme

🇪🇸 miticismo

🇹🇷 miticilik

🇰🇷 신화주의 (神話主義)

🇸🇦 الأسطورية

🇨🇿 myticismus

🇸🇰 mytizmus

🇨🇳 神话主义 (shénhuà zhǔyì)

🇸🇮 miticizem

🇮🇸 goðsagnahyggja

🇰🇿 мифицизм

🇬🇪 მითიციზმი

🇦🇿 mitikizm

🇲🇽 miticismo

Etymology

The term 'mythicism' originated in the late 19th century as a way to describe the academic study of myths and folklore. It has since evolved to encompass a wide range of disciplines, including anthropology, archaeology, and comparative literature. Mythicism plays a crucial role in understanding the cultural beliefs and practices of ancient civilizations.

See also: myth, mythic, mythical, mythological, mythology, mythos, myths.