Pronunciation

/bɪˈli:v/

Definitions

Noun

• Belief: A firm conviction that something is true, often without proof or evidence. For example: “Many people have a strong belief in the existence of extraterrestrial life.”
• Believer: A person who holds a particular belief or set of beliefs. For example: “She is a devout believer in karma.”

Verb

• To believe: To accept as true or real, often with confidence or faith. For example: “I believe that hard work pays off.”
• To disbelief: The act of not believing or doubting something. For example: “His incredible story left the audience in disbelief.”

Adjective

• Believable: Easy to accept as true; credible. For example: “The character’s backstory was quite believable.”
• Unbelievable: Difficult to accept as true or realistic. For example: “His latest accomplishment seemed almost unbelievable.”

Phrases

• “Hold a belief in” expresses trust or acceptance of an idea.
• “Believe it or not” is used to introduce something surprising or unexpected.
• “Believe in oneself” encourages self-confidence and self-assurance.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Her belief in renewable energy inspired her to start her own company.”
• Verb: “After hearing the news, I couldn’t help but believe that it was all a coincidence.”
• Adjective: “His acting skills were so convincing that it was believable he was really the character.”

Synonyms

• Trust
• Faith
• Confidence
• Certainty
• Acceptance
• Assent
• Perception
• Conviction

Antonyms

• Doubt
• Disbelieve
• Skepticism
• Unconvinced
• Questionable