Looking for the meaning of the word BELIEF in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of BELIEF with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Belief
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
Middle English: alteration of Old English gelēafa; compare with believe
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
bɪˈliːf
Dialects: British English
Definition:
an acceptance that something exists or is true, especially one without proof
Short Definition:acceptance that something exists or is true
Examples:- his belief in extraterrestrial life
- a belief that climate can be modified beneficially
Definition:
trust, faith, or confidence in (someone or something)
Short Definition:trust or confidence in someone or something
Examples:- a belief in democratic politics
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