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believe
6 ENTRIES FOUND:
believes; believed; believing
believes; believed; believing
Learner's definition of BELIEVE
not used in progressive tenses
1
[+ object]
a : to accept or regard (something) as true相信 — opposite disbelieve
- The scientists believed the reports.科学家们相信这些报告。
- Many people seem to believe that theory, but I find it hard/difficult to believe.许多人似乎都相信那个理论，可我却觉得难以置信。
- You shouldn't believe everything you read.不要全信你所读到的东西。
- I knew that he was a liar and so I didn't believe a word he said. [=I didn't believe anything he said]我知道他是个撒谎大王，所以他说的话我一句都不信。
- I did not want to believe (that) it could happen.我不愿意相信会发生这种情况。
- He says he'll help us, but I don't believe what he says.他说他会帮我们，但我不相信他的话。
- They were tricked into believing that he was a doctor.他们被骗了，竟然相信他是个医生。
b : to accept the truth of what is said by (someone)相信…说的话 — opposite disbelieve
- He says he'll help us, but I don't believe him.他说他会帮我们，但我不相信他的话。
2
[+ object] : to have (a specified opinion) : think认为；料想
- I'm beginning to believe (that) this war will never end.我开始认为，这场战争永远不会结束了。
- I used to believe (that) I was the only one who felt that way but now I know (that) there are others like me.过去，我一直认为只有我一个人有这种感受，但现在我知道还有其他人也和我一样。
- He clearly/firmly/honestly believes (that) it is possible. = He clearly/firmly/honestly believes it (to be) possible.他清楚地/坚定地/的确认为那是可能的。
- He had reason to believe that they would accept his offer. = He had reason for believing that they would accept his offer.他有理由相信他们会接受他的报价。
- She was widely believed to be guilty. [=many people believed that she was guilty]人们普遍认为她是有罪的。
- We were led to believe it was true. [=we heard, saw, or read something that made us think it was true]我们的所见所闻让我们相信那是真的。
- “Has he accepted the job?” “I believe so.” = “So I believe.”“他接受那份工作了吗？”“我想是的。”
- “Has he accepted the job?” “I believe not.” = “I don't believe so.”“他接受那份工作了吗？”“我想没有。”
3
[no object] : to regard the existence of God as a fact : to have religious beliefs信仰上帝；有宗教信仰
- She went to church because her family expected it, but she didn't really believe.她去教堂做礼拜是因为家人希望她这样做，但她并非真的信仰上帝。
4
[no object] : to have trust in the ability, worth, etc., of someone or something相信（能力、价值等）
- The team hasn't won a championship in many years, but their fans still believe. [=their fans still believe in them; their fans still believe that they will win]这个队多年来一直未能夺冠，但粉丝们依然相信他们总有一天会赢得冠军。
5
informal — used for emphasis in phrases that express certainty, surprise, annoyance, etc.在表达肯定、惊讶、气恼等的短语中用于强调
- “Do you think they can win?” “You/You'd better believe it!” [=yes, I definitely think so]“你认为他们能赢吗？”“那当然！”
- Believe me, he can really play the game. = Believe you me, he can really play the game.相信我，他办事非常公道。
- I can't believe how ugly that dress is. [=what an ugly dress]我真不敢相信，那条连衣裙竟然这么难看。
- You broke the window? I can't believe you guys! [=I'm annoyed and shocked by what you did] How could you do such a thing?是你们把玻璃窗打碎的吧？我真的不敢相信是你们干的！你们怎么可以做这种事呢？
- I can't believe [=I am amazed/surprised] that that terrible restaurant is still in business.我简直不敢相信，那家糟糕的餐馆居然还在营业。
- That terrible restaurant is still in business, if you can believe it/that.你能相信吗，那家糟糕的餐馆居然还在营业。
- Can/Would you believe it?! That terrible restaurant is still in business.你相信吗？！那家糟糕的餐馆居然还在营业。
- You won't believe what I just heard! [=you will be very surprised by what I just heard]你绝不会相信刚才我听到了什么！
- You wouldn't believe how long it took us to get here. [=it took us a surprisingly long/short time to get here]你不会相信我们花了多长时间才到达这里。
- I don't believe it! I swept the floor 10 minutes ago, and it's already dirty again!我简直无法相信！我10分钟前才扫完地，现在又脏了！
- I could not believe my good fortune/luck.我真不敢相信我的运气居然这么好。
- It's hard to believe that he's gone.真难以相信，他居然离开了。
- His latest movie, believe it or not, is a romantic comedy about a group of lawyers. [=it is surprising but true that his latest movie is a romantic comedy about a group of lawyers]信不信由你，他最新的影片是关于一群律师的浪漫喜剧。
- “I hear that their marriage is in trouble.” “Don't you believe it! [=that is completely untrue] They're the happiest couple I know!”“我听说他们的婚姻出了问题。”“千万别信！他们可是我认识的最幸福的一对了！”
- “He says he's going to become a doctor.” “If you believe that, you'll believe anything!” [=it would be very foolish to believe that he is going to become a doctor]“他说他要当医生了。”“你这话也信，真是没有不相信的了！”
- “He says he's going to become a doctor.” “I'll believe that when I see it!”“他说他要当医生了。”“除非亲眼看到，否则我才不信！”
believe in
[phrasal verb] 1
believe in (something)
a : to have faith or confidence in the existence of (something)相信…的存在
- Do you believe in ghosts?你相信有鬼吗？
b : to have trust in the goodness or value of (something)相信…的益处（或价值）
- She believes in (the value of) regular exercise.她相信经常锻炼是有好处的。
- They believed in liberty for all.他们信奉人人享有自由的理念。
- I believe in working hard to achieve success.我相信取得成功在于努力进取。
- She doesn't believe in using pesticides. [=she doesn't believe that it's right to use pesticides; she believes that pesticides do more harm than good]她认为使用杀虫剂没有任何益处。
2
believe in (someone) : to have trust in the goodness or ability of (someone)相信…的优点（或能力）
- Despite his problems, his parents still believe in him.尽管他有一些毛病，他的父母仍相信他是个好孩子。
- She believes in herself and in her abilities.她相信自己，也相信自己的能力。
can't believe your eyes/ears
◊ If you can't believe your eyes/ears or can hardly/scarcely believe your eyes/ears, you are very surprised at or upset by what you are seeing or hearing.不敢相信自己的眼睛（或耳朵）；对于所见所闻非常吃惊
- I could hardly believe my eyes when I saw what he was wearing.看到他的穿着，我简直不敢相信自己的眼睛。
make believe
: to act as though something that is not true or real is true or real : pretend假装；假扮 — see also make-believe
- When we were children we used to make believe (that) we were soldiers fighting in a war.小时候我们常常玩士兵打仗的游戏。
- He isn't really angry, he's just making believe (that he is).他并没有真的生气，他只是假装而已。
- They want to make believe that everything is all right.他们想装出一切都安然无恙的样子。
seeing is believing
◊ The expression seeing is believing means that when you actually see something, you have to believe that it exists or is true.眼见为实
- I didn't think it could happen, but seeing is believing. [=I saw it happen, so now I believe it's possible]我以为这不会发生，可现在是眼见为实。
- The novel's ending is not very believable.小说的结局并不十分可信。
- His excuse was barely/scarcely believable.他的理由很值得怀疑。
— believer
noun, plural believers [count]- a believer in religion宗教信徒
- devout believers虔诚的信徒
- She's a firm/great/strong believer in adult education. [=she firmly/strongly believes in the value of adult education; she thinks adult education is very useful and important]她坚信成人教育确有裨益。
- I was doubtful that he could run his own company, but he's made a believer out of me. = He's made me a believer. [=he's convinced me that he can run his own company]我曾对他能经营好自己的公司持怀疑态度，结果他让我信服了。
believed; believing
believer noun
Example Sentences
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
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 Those who believe in Matthew Stafford and the Rams may be eyeing the moneyline, as the Rams are +125 to win the game. Catena Media, oregonlive, 2 Sep. 2022 Politicians who believe in combating climate change and see nuclear power as a possible tool can find themselves in a tough spot. Paul Vieira, WSJ, 2 Sep. 2022 That factor supported a political coalition of scientists interested in lunar research, China hawks eager to match and exceed a geopolitical rival, and entrepreneurs who believe in a future lunar economy. Tim Fernholz, Quartz, 2 Sep. 2022 Wait has become a minor celebrity among those in Wisconsin and beyond who do not believe President Joe Biden legitimately won the presidency in 2020. Molly Beck, Journal Sentinel, 1 Sep. 2022 Our God is a living God, present here and now to give hope to all who believe and call on Him in prayer. Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 1 Sep. 2022 The collapse of Roe is also going to hit artificial reproductive technology, because the same people who believe personhood begins at conception obviously have a problem with a bunch of frozen embryos sitting in a laboratory. Emma Specter, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2022 Those who believe that humanity can achieve the incomprehensible given enough time certainly do. Evan Coopersmith, Forbes, 26 Aug. 2022 From June 2020 to October 2021, there was a 16% increase in voters who believe there should be more police spending in their area, and a 10% decrease in those that say it should be decreased, according to surveys by Pew Research. Aaron Navarro, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2022 See More
Catena Media, oregonlive, 2 Sep. 2022 Politicians who believe in combating climate change and see nuclear power as a possible tool can find themselves in a tough spot. Paul Vieira, WSJ, 2 Sep. 2022 That factor supported a political coalition of scientists interested in lunar research, China hawks eager to match and exceed a geopolitical rival, and entrepreneurs who believe in a future lunar economy. Tim Fernholz, Quartz, 2 Sep. 2022 Wait has become a minor celebrity among those in Wisconsin and beyond who do not believe President Joe Biden legitimately won the presidency in 2020. Molly Beck, Journal Sentinel, 1 Sep. 2022 Our God is a living God, present here and now to give hope to all who believe and call on Him in prayer. Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 1 Sep. 2022 The collapse of Roe is also going to hit artificial reproductive technology, because the same people who believe personhood begins at conception obviously have a problem with a bunch of frozen embryos sitting in a laboratory. Emma Specter, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2022 Those who believe that humanity can achieve the incomprehensible given enough time certainly do. Evan Coopersmith, Forbes, 26 Aug. 2022 From June 2020 to October 2021, there was a 16% increase in voters who believe there should be more police spending in their area, and a 10% decrease in those that say it should be decreased, according to surveys by Pew Research. Aaron Navarro, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2022 See More 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 Phrases Containing believe
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