Unbelieving

/ʌnbɪˈliːvɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not inclined to believe; skeptical or doubtful.

His unbelieving expression made it clear that he found the story hard to accept.

Having no belief or faith, especially in a religious context.

The unbelieving crowd questioned the miraculous claims made by the speaker.

Characterized by doubt or disbelief.

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.

Not buying it

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

Get real

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