Definition

A story or belief that goes against or challenges another story or belief.

Example

The countermyth presented a different perspective on the historical event.

Conversation

Have you heard the countermyth about how eating carrots improves your eyesight?

Yeah, I think that's just a myth to sell more carrots!

Exactly! It's interesting how some stories just stick around.

Right? People believe them without questioning the facts.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Countermyth → It is formed from "counter-" (meaning against) and "myth" (from Greek "mythos", meaning story or narrative). The word refers to a narrative or story that opposes or contradicts another myth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'counter-' meaning against and 'myth' meaning story — a countermyth is a story that goes against another story.

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