Pronunciation

/bɪˈli:f/

Definitions

Noun

A belief is a strong conviction or acceptance about something, often without proof or evidence, that something is true or real. It can refer to faith, opinions, or convictions.

Verb

To believe is to have faith or trust in something as true, to accept a statement or idea as true, or to hold a person’s word.

Phrases

• “Hold a belief in” expresses confidence in a particular idea or principle.
• “Change one’s belief” means to alter one’s opinion or faith.
• “Belief system” refers to the collection of beliefs that form a person’s worldview.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Many people have a strong belief in climate change being caused by human activity.”
• Verb: “After hearing the story, he couldn’t help but believe in her innocence.”
• Phrasal Verb: “His religious beliefs dictate how he lives his life.”

Synonyms

• Faith
• Conviction
• Trust
• Opinion
• Assumption
• Confidence
• Belief structure
• Weltanschauung
• Dogma

Antonyms

• Doubt
• Skepticism
• Disbelief
• Unbelief
• Uncertainty