Believing: meaning, definitions and examples

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believing

 

[ bษชหˆliหvษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

general understanding

Believing is the act of accepting something as true or real, often without the need for verification or evidence. It encompasses a wide range of mental attitudes toward truth, reality, or existence. Believing can manifest in various forms, such as faith, trust, confidence, or conviction. This term is frequently associated with religious or philosophical contexts, where individuals hold strong convictions about spiritual or existential matters. Ultimately, believing shapes how individuals perceive the world and their experiences within it.

Synonyms

accepting, assenting, confiding, faithing, trusting.

Examples of usage

  • She is believing in the power of positive thinking.
  • They are believing that they can achieve their dreams.
  • He found it hard to keep believing after the setback.

Translations

Translations of the word "believing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น acreditando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคถเฅเคตเคพเคธ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช glaubend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ percaya

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ั€ัั‡ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wierzฤ…c

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไฟกใ˜ใฆใ„ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท croyant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ creyendo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท inanarak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฏฟ๊ณ  ์žˆ๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠุคู…ู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vฤ›ล™รญcรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ veriaci

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็›ธไฟก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ verujoฤ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ trรบa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตะฝัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒแƒ›แƒแƒแƒงแƒ”แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒก

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ inanaraq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ creyendo

Etymology

The word 'believing' comes from the Old English term 'beliefan', which is rooted in Germanic origins. The base forms can be traced back to Proto-Germanic '*galaubjan', which carries the connotation of holding something to be true or accepting it as fact. Over time, the term evolved through Middle English as 'beleven' before becoming the modern English 'believe'. The concept of belief has been significant in many cultures, often tied to discussions of faith, philosophy, and the nature of truth. Believing is not merely an intellectual exercise; it is a core component of human identity, affecting personal decisions and societal norms. The exploration of belief systems, ranging from religious faith to personal convictions, showcases the profound influence that beliefs have on individuals and communities.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,387 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.