Cool MateFaith
UK /["/feɪθ/"]/US /["/feɪθ/"]/
Definition
trust in somebody’s ability or knowledge; trust that somebody/something will do what has been promised
In simple words: Believing in something or someone without needing proof.
Examples
- She put her faith in his ability to deliver the project on time.
- The community showed great faith in the new leadership after the election.
- Faith can often be a source of strength during tough times.
- He lost his faith in the system after witnessing the injustice.
- Many people find faith in religion helps provide answers to life's big questions.
- She has a strong faith that things will improve eventually.
- Some individuals choose to have faith in science over spirituality.
- Her faith inspired others to believe they could achieve their dreams.
- In many cultures, faith is an essential part of community life.
- They had to act on faith when making the investment.
Usage notes
Used in both personal and religious contexts. It can express trust in people or concepts. Avoid using in overly critical discussions.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'faithful friend' who believes in you no matter what.
Collocations
- enormous
- great
- tremendous
- have
- pin
- place
- faith in
- an act of faith
- a lack of faith
- a leap of faith
- religious
- deep
- genuine
- have
- come to
- find
- healer
- healing
- through faith
- faith in
- an article of faith
- living
- world
- Catholic
- profess
- practise/practice
- keep alive
- tradition
- community
- group
- people of different faiths
- bad
- good
- break
- in bad faith
- in good faith
- keep faith with somebody
Synonyms
- trust
- belief
- confidence
- conviction
- reliance
Antonyms
- doubt
- skepticism
- disbelief
Common mistakes
- Confused as a verb instead of a noun.
- Misusing in contexts where evidence is required.
- Spelling errors, such as 'faithe'.