Believer: meaning, definitions and examples

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believer

[ bɪˈliːvər ]

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religious

A person who has a strong belief in a particular religion or religious faith.

Synonyms

adherent, devotee, follower

Examples of usage

She is a devout believer in Buddhism.
As a believer, he attends church every Sunday.

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general

A person who has a strong conviction or faith in something, such as an idea, cause, or principle.

Synonyms

advocate, proponent, supporter

Examples of usage

She is a firm believer in equal rights for all.
He is a strong believer in the power of positive thinking.

Translations

Translations of the word "believer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 crente

🇮🇳 विश्वासी

🇩🇪 Gläubiger

🇮🇩 penganut

🇺🇦 віруючий

🇵🇱 wierzący

🇯🇵 信者 (しんじゃ)

🇫🇷 croyant

🇪🇸 creyente

🇹🇷 inanan

🇰🇷 신자 (sinja)

🇸🇦 مؤمن

🇨🇿 věřící

🇸🇰 veriaci

🇨🇳 信徒 (xìntú)

🇸🇮 vernik

🇮🇸 trúaður

🇰🇿 сенуші

🇬🇪 მორწმუნე

🇦🇿 inanan

🇲🇽 creyente

Word origin

The word 'believer' originated from the Old English word 'belyfan' which means 'to have faith or confidence in'. Over time, the word evolved to its current form in Middle English, maintaining its core meaning of having a strong belief or faith in something. The concept of belief has been essential in various religions and philosophical traditions, shaping the way people perceive the world and their place in it.