Cool MateMeaning of Believed
To have accepted something as true or real in the past.
In simple words: Thought something was true.
Believed in a sentence
- She always believed in herself, even during tough times.
- He believed the news report without checking the facts.
- Many believed the myth was true for centuries.
- They believed it was going to rain, so they carried umbrellas.
- At one point, the community believed they could change their situation.
How to use Believed
Use 'believed' when expressing faith or trust in something or someone. It's suitable for both spoken and written contexts, but avoid in casual situations.
Grammar pattern
believed + object
Memory hint
Think of 'believe' as planting a seed of faith; 'believed' is when the seed has grown.
Related words
Collocations with Believed
- believed widely
- believed strongly
- believed completely
Opposites of Believed
- doubted
- disbelieved
Common mistakes with Believed
- Confused with 'believe' - remember 'believed' is the past tense.
- Using 'believed' without an object in a sentence.
- Incorrect verb forms, such as 'believes' instead of 'believed'.
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Frequently asked questions about Believed
What does Believed mean?
Thought something was true.
What is the definition of Believed?
To have accepted something as true or real in the past.
How do you use Believed in a sentence?
She always believed in herself, even during tough times.
Can you give another example of Believed?
He believed the news report without checking the facts.
What are synonyms for Believed?
Common alternatives include trusted, considered, thought, assumed, accepted.
What is the opposite of Believed?
Opposite meanings include doubted, disbelieved.
What words go with Believed?
It commonly pairs with believed widely, believed strongly, believed completely.
What are common mistakes when using Believed?
Confused with 'believe' - remember 'believed' is the past tense. Using 'believed' without an object in a sentence. Incorrect verb forms, such as 'believes' instead of 'believed'.
How do you pronounce Believed?
US: //bɪˈlivd//, UK: //bɪˈliːvd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Believed?
Use 'believed' when expressing faith or trust in something or someone. It's suitable for both spoken and written contexts, but avoid in casual situations.