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mump·simus
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Princeton's WordNet
mumpsimusnoun
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"
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mumpsimusnoun
A person who obstinately adheres to old ways in spite of clear evidence that they are wrong; an ignorant and bigoted opponent of reform.
mumpsimusnoun
An obvious error that is obstinately repeated despite correction.
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mumpsimus
Mumpsimus is a term used to describe a person who persistently sticks with their misbelief, habits or ideas despite being shown evidence or clear proof that they are incorrect or outdated. It can also refer to the act or habit itself.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Mumpsimus
mump′si-mus, n. an error to which one clings after it has been thoroughly exposed. [Corr. of L. sumpsimus, in the mass, by an ignorant priest who refused to correct it.]
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of mumpsimus in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of mumpsimus in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
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