Believe

usgb/bɪˈliːv/
verb

To think that something is true or real.

I believe that she is innocent
Visual representation of "believe" - To think that something is true or real

Often appears as...

  • believe in
  • can't believe
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Real or Imagined

Use 'believe' when you're unsure if something is true, but you accept it could be.

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I believe there's life on other planets.
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Evidence-based Belief

When you think information is credible based on some evidence, you 'believe' it.

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I believe her story; the facts check out.
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