Definitions

1. verb

to have confidence in the truth or existence of something, to accept something as true or real

“She believes in the power of education.”

2. verb

to think or feel that something is the case

“I believe the weather will clear up tomorrow.”

3. noun

a feeling of trust or confidence in a particular statement or assertion

“Her belief in her abilities helped her to succeed.”

4. noun

something that is accepted as true or real

“His belief in a higher power gave him solace.”

5. noun

a set of principles or values

“She holds strong Christian beliefs.”

6. noun

a person or group that holds a particular opinion or set of principles

“The community is known for its liberal beliefs.”

7. verb (transitive)

to give someone a reason to trust or have confidence in something

“The evidence convinced her to believe in the theory.”

8. verb (transitive)

to cause someone to think or feel that something is the case

“The news report made him believe that the company was in trouble.”