belief

Meanings

• noun

  1. A state of mind in which someone thinks something is the case.

  - "She has a strong belief in God."
  - "His belief in hard work paid off."

• noun

  2. A acceptance that a statement is true, even if not based on fact or evidence.

  - "It's just a matter of belief."
  - "He held a belief that aliens existed."

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Pronunciation

1. /bəˈliːf/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with belief
belief , grief , relief

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Variants

List of all variants of belief that leads to same result
belief , beliefs , a growing belief that , beggar belief , beyond belief , contrary to popular belief , defy belief , in the belief that , in the erroneous belief that , in the mistaken belief that , in the mistaken/erroneous belief that , to the best of her belief , to the best of his belief , to the best of one's belief , to the best of their belief , worthy of belief

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Etymology

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Old English 'beliefan', from 'belief' 'to trust, believe'.

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Trivia

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1. Belief is a complex mental construct that involves both cognitive and emotional components.

2. Belief can be influenced by a variety of factors, including personal experiences, cultural norms, and social pressures.

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Related Concepts

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1. Faith: Faith is a strong belief or trust in something, often without physical proof. It is closely related to belief, but may also imply a spiritual or religious component.

2. Trust: Trust is a belief or confidence in the reliability, ability, or truth of someone or something. It is closely related to belief, but may also imply a sense of security or safety.

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Culture

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Belief plays a significant role in various cultures, religions, and philosophies. For instance, in Christianity, faith and belief are closely intertwined. In literature, belief is a recurring theme in works such as 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen and 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee.

How to Memorize "belief"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize belief, imagine a strong, unwavering conviction in the truth or existence of something.

2. associate
   

   - To associate belief, think of a strong, unshakeable trust or confidence.

3. mnemonics
   

   - To remember belief, use the mnemonic 'Believe In Yourself'.

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