Meaning & Definition of word "Disbelieve"

Disbelieve

/ˌdɪs.bɪˈliːv/

1. to refuse to accept that something is true.
- Example: She couldn't disbelieve the evidence presented in court.
2. to feel or think that something is not true or does not exist.
- Example: Despite his claims, many chose to disbelieve him.
3. to reject as false or untrue.
- Example: I disbelieve the rumors circulating about the company.

The word disbelieve is formed by adding the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'not' to 'believe'.

have a hard time believing:

to struggle to accept something as true

see it to believe it:

to require proof before accepting something as true

believe in ghosts:

to accept the existence of spirits or supernatural beings

belief:

An acceptance that something exists or is true.

skepticism:

A skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something.

faith:

Complete trust or confidence in someone or something.

Meaning: No way

Example Sentence: When he said he won the lottery, I was like, 'No way!'

Meaning: You gotta be kidding me

Example Sentence: When she said she met a celebrity, I thought, 'You gotta be kidding me.'