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verb
- 1. accept that (something) is true, especially without proof: "the superintendent believed Lancaster's story" Similar Opposite
- 2. hold (something) as an opinion; think: "I believe we've already met" Similar Opposite
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Believe definition: . See examples of BELIEVE used in a sentence.
- [transitive] to feel certain that something is true or that somebody is telling you the truth. believe somebody I don't believe you! The man claimed to be a social worker and she believed him.
- [intransitive, transitive] to think that something is true or possible, although you are not completely certain. ‘Where does she come from?’ ‘ Spain, I believe.’
- [transitive] believe (that)… to have the opinion that something is right or true. The party believes (that) education is the most important issue facing the government.
- [transitive] don’t/can’t believe used to say that you are surprised or annoyed at something. believe (that)… She couldn’t believe (that) it was all happening again.
believe: 1 v accept as true; take to be true “I believed his report” “We didn't believe his stories from the War” “She believes in spirits” Antonyms: disbelieve , discredit reject as false; refuse to accept Types: show 9 types... hide 9 types... infer , understand believe to be the case swallow believe or accept without questioning or ...
Learn the meaning of believe as a verb, with synonyms, antonyms, and usage examples. Find out how to use believe in different contexts, such as religion, surprise, or disbelief.