believe (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /bɪˈliːv/
Definition
To accept something as true or real; to have faith or confidence in someone or something.
Examples
I can't believe you finished the entire cake!
She believes in the power of positive thinking.
Many people believe that honesty is the best policy.
How to Use believe
- believe in (prepositional phrase)
- To have faith or confidence in the value or existence of something or someone. — "Many people believe in ghosts."
- believe that (collocation)
- To hold an opinion or conviction about a particular fact or situation. — "I believe that climate change is a serious issue."
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