Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mythos
noun
/ˈmɪθoʊs/
Definition
The underlying system of beliefs, values, and attitudes that shape a culture or society.
Examples
- The mythos of the ancient Greeks included tales of gods and heroes.
- Understanding the mythos of a community can provide insight into its values and traditions.
- His writing captures the mythos of the American dream in the 20th century.
Meaning
A set of stories, beliefs, and ideas that form the basis of a cultural or social identity.
Synonyms
- belief system
- ideology
- mythology
- narrative
