believing
|be-liev-ing|
B1
/bɪˈliːvɪŋ/
(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.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'believe'.
She is believing in herself more each day.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41