believed
|be-lieved|
B1
/bɪˈliːvd/
(believe)
accept as true
Etymology
Etymology Information
'believe' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'belȳfan,' where 'be-' meant 'about' and 'lȳfan' meant 'to allow or permit.'
Historical Evolution
'belȳfan' transformed into the Middle English word 'bileven,' and eventually became the modern English word 'believe.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to allow or permit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to accept as true or real.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'believe'.
She believed in his innocence.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35