English · Culture & Society
belief
/bɪˈliːf/
[/bɪˈliːf/]
something accepted as true
Beginnernoun
Definition
An acceptance that something is true or real, often without proof. It can be religious, political, or personal.
Example
Her firm belief in justice drove her to spend years defending the wrongly accused.
Her firm belief in justice drove her to spend years defending the wrongly accused.
Etymology
From Middle English 'bileve', from Old English 'geleafa', related to 'lief' (dear).
How & Where It’s Used
Used widely in everyday, religious, and philosophical contexts.