belief (Meaning)
belief (n)
any cognitive content held as true
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
belief (n.)
Assent to a proposition or affirmation, or the acceptance of a fact, opinion, or assertion as real or true, without immediate personal knowledge; reliance upon word or testimony; partial or full assurance without positive knowledge or absolute certainty; persuasion; conviction; confidence; as, belief of a witness; the belief of our senses.
A persuasion of the truths of religion; faith.
The thing believed; the object of belief.
A tenet, or the body of tenets, held by the advocates of any class of views; doctrine; creed.
Synonyms & Antonyms of belief
Synonyms:
- dogma
- insistence
- certitude
- dependence
- dogmatism
- hope
- dependance
- positiveness
- sureness
- reliance
- trust
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
belief Sentence Examples
- His belief in the supernatural never wavered, despite the lack of evidence.
- The belief system of the ancient civilization was deeply rooted in nature worship.
- She held an unwavering belief in the power of love to conquer all.
- Our beliefs shape our perception of the world and our place within it.
- The scientist's belief in the laws of physics guided his every experiment.
- Religious beliefs often provide comfort and guidance to individuals in times of need.
- Some beliefs are based on faith, while others are supported by scientific evidence.
- It is important to be respectful of others' beliefs, even if we do not share them.
- Beliefs can evolve over time as we gain new knowledge and experiences.
- The belief in the afterlife has been a source of hope for humans throughout history.
FAQs About the word belief
any cognitive content held as true, a vague idea in which some confidence is placedAssent to a proposition or affirmation, or the acceptance of a fact, opinion,
certainty, assurance, faith, axiom, conviction,credit, precept, principle, tenet, law
doubt, doubt, unbelief, unbelief, disbelief, disbelief, skepticism, nonbelief,discredit, skepticism
His belief in the supernatural never wavered, despite the lack of evidence.
The belief system of the ancient civilization was deeply rooted in nature worship.
She held an unwavering belief in the power of love to conquer all.
Our beliefs shape our perception of the world and our place within it.
