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    believe
    /bɪˈliːv/

    verb

    • 1. accept that (something) is true, especially without proof: "the superintendent believed Lancaster's story" Similar be convinced bytrusthave confidence inconsider honestOpposite disbelievedisbelieve
    • 2. hold (something) as an opinion; think: "I believe we've already met" Similar thinkbe of the opinion thatthink it likely thathave an idea thatOpposite doubt

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  2. Learn the meaning of believe, a verb that expresses trust or confidence in something or someone. See how to use believe in different contexts, idioms, and phrases with examples from the Cambridge English Corpus.

  3. Learn the meaning, usage, and origin of the verb believe, which means to consider something to be true or honest, or to accept something as true or genuine. Find synonyms, antonyms, phrases, and example sentences for believe in the online dictionary.

  4. Learn the meaning and usage of the verb believe, which means to have confidence in the truth or existence of something or someone. Find out how to spell, pronounce, and use believe in different contexts, and explore related words and phrases.

    • [transitive] to feel certain that something is true or that somebody is telling you the truth. believe somebody I don't believe you! The man claimed to be a social worker and she believed him.
    • [intransitive, transitive] to think that something is true or possible, although you are not completely certain. ‘Where does she come from?’ ‘ Spain, I believe.’
    • [transitive] believe (that)… to have the opinion that something is right or true. The party believes (that) education is the most important issue facing the government.
    • [transitive] don’t/can’t believe used to say that you are surprised or annoyed at something. believe (that)… She couldn’t believe (that) it was all happening again.
  5. Learn the meaning, pronunciation, and grammar of the verb believe, which means to accept something as true or to have confidence in someone or something. Find out how to use believe in different contexts, such as with clauses, in expressions, or in idioms.

  6. Find 48 similar and opposite words for the verb believe, such as accept, trust, think, or doubt. See example sentences, phrases, and related entries for believe.

  7. If you believe something, you think it’s true. If you are easily duped then you might believe your little sister when she says a thief broke into the house and ate all your candy. Believe comes from old German words meaning to have trust. Belief doesn’t require proof, just acceptance.

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