BELIEVEの定義と意味 - メリアム・ウェブスター

BELIEVE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster Est. 1828 Dictionary Definition Definition Synonyms Example Sentences Word History Phrases Containing Rhymes Entries Near Cite this Entry Citation Kids Definition Kids Legal Definition Legal More from M-W Show more Show more Citation Kids Legal More from M-W Save Word To save this word, you'll need to log in. Log In believe verb be·​lieve bə-ˈlēv believed ; believing ; believes Synonyms of believe transitive verb 1 a : to consider to be true or honest believe the reports you wouldn't believe how long it took … should hire a few more … people who know which questions to ask and which assertions not to believe … — David Kestenbaum — often used for emphasis Can you believe what just happened? It's hard to believe he's gone. b : to accept the word or evidence of I believe you. couldn't believe my ears He says he'll help, but I don't believe him. — often used for emphasis Believe me, you've never seen anything like it. 2 : to hold as an opinion : suppose I believe it will rain soon. … I do believe the Captain heard me, for his head snapped up … — James McBride We were led to believe it was true [=we heard, saw, or read something that made us think it was true] intransitive verb 1 a : to accept something as true, genuine , or real ideals we believe in believes in ghosts b : to have a firm or wholehearted religious conviction or persuasion : to regard the existence of God or a deity as a fact Do you believe ? She went to church all her life, but didn't really believe until she was older. — usually used with in believe in the Scriptures 2 : to have a firm conviction as to the goodness, efficacy , or ability of someone or something believe in exercise You can do it, we believe in you! 3 : to hold an opinion : think inclined to believe as their parents did believer noun see also: not believe Synonyms of believe Relevance accept understand take trust See All Synonyms & Antonyms in Thesaurus Examples of believe in a Sentence I have watched the many ways that teachers demonstrate pleasure in what students have said or done. I used to believe that teachers needed to present a stoic face for fear of losing control—as if smiling caused bad behavior. — Nancy Mack , English Journal , September 2008 Scientists kept a close eye on Mount Saint Helens. The volcano in Washington State spewed steam and ash throughout the month, leading experts to believe that it could erupt at any time. — Time For Kids , 17 Dec. 2004 They parted as casually as any friends who believe they will meet in a few days. But each knew the other was in deadly peril of his life. — Esther Forbes , Johnny Tremain , 1943 The scientists believed the reports. Many people seem to believe that theory, but I find it hard to believe . You shouldn't believe everything you read. He says he'll help us, but I don't believe what he says. They were tricked into believing that he was a doctor. He says he'll help us, but I don't believe him. She went to church because her family expected it, but she didn't really believe . See More Recent Examples on the Web Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback . Pagliocca said the front office believed the partnership with Reese still could work for the 2026 season. — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune , 30 Apr. 2026 The epic nature of the work, spanning war in heaven and the creation of the world, has defeated others before — including a high-profile Alex Proyas-Warner Bros version starring Bradley Cooper — but Avary and Ex Machina believe AI can make the undertaking more manageable. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline , 29 Apr. 2026 In what was believed to be the first major league game played without fans in attendance, Chris Davis hit a three-run homer in a six-run first inning and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Chicago White Sox 8-2. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times , 29 Apr. 2026 García Morris and Acosta believe the measure comes too late. — Sarah Moreno updated April 29, Miami Herald , 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for believe Word History Etymology Middle English beleven , from Old English belēfan , from be- + lȳfan, lēfan to allow, believe; akin to Old High German gilouben to believe, Old English lēof dear — more at love First Known Use before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1b Time Traveler The first known use of believe was before the 12th century See more words from the same century Phrases Containing believe a world of make - believe believe in believe it or not believe one's eyes / ears can't believe don't you believe it if you believe that, you'll believe anything lead to believe make - believe not believe play make - believe would have one believe you won't believe you wouldn't believe you / you'd better believe it Rhymes for believe achieve conceive deceive naive perceive receive relieve reprieve retrieve breve cleave cleeve See All Rhymes for believe Browse Nearby Words believably believe believe in See all Nearby Words Cite this Entry Style MLA Chicago APA Merriam-Webster “Believe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary , Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/believe. Accessed 5 May. 2026. Copy Citation Kids Definition believe verb be·​lieve bə-ˈlēv believed ; believing 1 : to have a firm religious faith 2 : to have faith or confidence in the existence or worth of believe in ghosts believe in regular exercise 3 : to accept as true believe the reports 4 : to accept the word or evidence of they believed us I could hardly believe my ears 5 : to hold as an opinion : think believe it will rain believable -ˈlē-və-bəl adjective believably -blē adverb believer noun Legal Definition believe transitive verb be·​lieve believed ; believing : to consider to be true or honest More from Merriam-Webster on believe Nglish: Translation of believe for Spanish Speakers Last Updated: 30 Apr 2026 - Updated example sentences Love words? Need even more definitions? Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free! 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