Definitions

1. noun

a feeling of doubt or unbelief about something

“Her expression of disbelief was evident on her face when she heard the news.”

2. noun

a state of being unwilling to accept or believe something

“The jury’s verdict was met with widespread disbelief in the community.”

3. noun

a state of being in a state of denial

“After the accident, he was in a state of disbelief and refused to accept the reality of what had happened.”

4. noun

a lack of faith or trust

“The politician’s promises were met with disbelief by many of his constituents.”

5. verb

to refuse to believe or accept something

“She refused to believe the news and went into a state of disbelief.”