believing

[bɪˈliːvɪŋ]

believing Definition

• 1. accepting that something is true or real
• 2. having faith or confidence in something or someone

Using believing: Examples

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

• Example

  I am believing that he will come.

• Example

  Believing in oneself is important for success.

• Example

  She is believing that the company will do well this year.

believing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for believing

• trusting
• accepting
• buying
• having faith
• having confidence

Antonyms for believing

• doubting
• disbelieving
• mistrusting

Phrases with believing

• make-believe

  pretend or imaginary

  Example

  The children enjoyed playing make-believe games.

• self-belief

  confidence in one's own abilities or judgment

  Example

  Her self-belief helped her to overcome the challenges.

• wishful thinking

  thinking that expresses what you hope will happen rather than what is likely to happen

  Example

  It's just wishful thinking to believe that everything will be perfect.

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Summary: believing in Brief

The verb 'believing' [bɪˈliːvɪŋ] means accepting something as true or real, or having faith or confidence in something or someone. Examples include 'I am believing that he will come,' and 'Believing in oneself is important for success.' Phrases like 'make-believe' denote pretend or imaginary situations, while 'self-belief' refers to confidence in one's own abilities or judgment.