Meaning & Definition of word "Unbelieving"

Unbelieving

/ʌnbɪˈliːvɪŋ/

1. Not inclined to believe; skeptical or doubtful.
- Example: His unbelieving expression made it clear that he found the story hard to accept.
2. Having no belief or faith, especially in a religious context.
- Example: The unbelieving crowd questioned the miraculous claims made by the speaker.
3. Characterized by doubt or disbelief.
- Example: She gave him an unbelieving look when he claimed he could run a marathon without training.

From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'believing', the present participle of 'believe'.

beyond belief:

So extreme or unusual that it's hard to believe.

I can't believe my eyes:

Used when you are surprised by what you see.

against all odds:

Despite the difficulties or lack of belief in success.

believe:

To accept something as true.

belief:

An acceptance that something exists or is true.

believer:

A person who has a strong religious faith.

Meaning: Not buying it

Example Sentence: When he told me the story, I was just not buying it; he seemed so unbelieving.

Meaning: Get real

Example Sentence: When she thought that plan would work, I said, 'Get real; no one will fall for that!'