Definitions

1. noun

confidence in the reliability, truth, or strength of someone or something

“She placed her trust in her lawyer to handle the case.”

2. noun

a situation where a person or organization is given control or responsibility for something

“The company was given the trust to manage the government’s funds.”

3. verb

to believe in the reliability, truth, or strength of someone or something

“I trust that the weather forecast will be accurate.”

4. verb

to give someone control or responsibility for something

“The government trusted the company to manage the project.”

5. verb

to rely on someone or something for something

“She trusts her instincts when making decisions.”

6. noun

a fund or institution that invests money on behalf of clients

“The trust invested heavily in the stock market.”