trust

[trʌst]

trust Definition

• 1. firm belief in the reliability, truth, or ability of someone or something
• 2. an arrangement whereby a person (a trustee) holds property as its nominal owner for the good of one or more beneficiaries

Using trust: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "trust" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I have complete trust in my best friend.

• Example

  The company has lost the trust of its customers.

• Example

  The lawyer is responsible for managing the trust fund.

• Example

  The charity was set up as a trust to benefit the local community.

trust Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for trust

• confidence
• faith
• reliance
• assurance
• belief

Antonyms for trust

• distrust
• suspicion
• doubt

Idioms Using trust

• in the lap of trust

  in a state of complete trust and confidence

  Example

  The child slept soundly in the lap of trust, knowing that his parents were watching over him.

• never trust a snake in the grass

  one should not trust someone who has previously betrayed or deceived them

  Example

  I know he's asking for my help now, but never trust a snake in the grass.

• put one's trust in someone

  to rely on someone to do what they say they will do

  Example

  I put my trust in him to finish the project on time.

Phrases with trust

• in trust

  under the legal control of a trustee or trustees

  Example

  The money was held in trust for his children until they turned 18.

• take something on trust

  accept something as true without verification or proof

  Example

  I had to take his word on trust that he would pay me back.

• violation of trust

  an act of breaking a promise or agreement, especially one made with someone who trusts you

  Example

  He was accused of a violation of trust after embezzling funds from the company.

Origins of trust

from Old Norse 'traust', meaning 'confidence'

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Summary: trust in Brief

The term 'trust' [trʌst] refers to a firm belief in the reliability, truth, or ability of someone or something. It can also refer to an arrangement where a trustee holds property for the benefit of one or more beneficiaries. Examples include 'I have complete trust in my best friend' and 'The lawyer is responsible for managing the trust fund.' Phrases like 'in trust' and idioms like 'never trust a snake in the grass' further illustrate the concept of trust.