English dictionary
belief
/b/I/'l/i/f/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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any cognitive content held as true
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
ExamplesIt strengthened my belief in his sincerity.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Assent to a proposition or affirmation, or the acceptance of a fact, opinion, or assertion as real or true, without immediate personal knowledge; reliance upon word or testimony; partial or full assurance without positive knowledge or absolute certainty; persuasion; conviction; confidence; as, <i>belief</i> of a witness; the <i>belief</i> of our senses.
Source: webster1913