An example of a "Myth" in our society according to Barthes' definition.

     One myth I think is a part of society that comes to mind is that everyone who owns a nice car, big television, or expensive home is wealthy. In today's society it is so easy to get a loan or sign up for a credit card, that anyone can purchase a hugely expensive and often superfluous item without really being able to afford it. Our society on a whole puts such a huge weight on material possessions, that we often see the sight of them as meaning a person or family is doing well financially. It is often not the case.