English · Culture & Society
faith
/feɪθ/
[/feɪθ/]
strong belief, trust
Beginnernoun
Definition
Strong belief or trust in someone or something, often without proof, and especially in a religious sense. It can also mean a particular religion.
Example
Her faith gave her strength to endure the long illness without ever losing hope.
Her faith gave her strength to endure the long illness without ever losing hope.
Etymology
From Old French 'feid', from Latin 'fides' (trust, faith), from 'fidere' (to trust).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in religious and everyday contexts of trust and conviction.