I am searching for a word or short phrase that includes/describes following words:
myth/mythology
legends
mythos
lore
fable
saga
I know I am not really precise with what I am searching for. I am not even sure if such a word exists.
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1Fiction, perhaps?– m.a.a.May 9, 2017 at 17:19
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1Ethos ..........– RickyMay 9, 2017 at 17:33
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For this kind of question, it's better to look in a thesaurus rather than posting here. If you do that and still can't find a word that fits, then you can ask here, but be sure to follow the instructions for single word requests.– herissonMay 9, 2017 at 17:45
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These are all subsets of 'stories', although 'folklore', or even simply 'lore', is probably more accurate to your needs. I know you mentioned -lore, and I assume you refer to 'folklore' type words, but I think it would cover your bases.
Although it has a denigratory overtone, you might consider "mumbo-jumbo", which Webster's defines as "an object of superstitious homage and fear".
Usage example: "We sure have come a long way from myths, legends, and mumbo jumbo our ancestors relied on to explain the natural world..."
