MUMPSIMUS

mumpsimus

(noun) a traditional notion that is obstinately held although it is unreasonable; “he still holds to the old mumpsimus that a woman’s place is in the kitchen”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

mumpsimus (plural mumpsimuses)

A person who obstinately adheres to old ways in spite of clear evidence that they are wrong; an ignorant and bigoted opponent of reform.

An obvious error that is obstinately repeated despite correction.

Antonyms

• sumpsimus

Source: Wiktionary



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