1
as in faiths
mental conviction of the truth of some statement or the reality of some being or phenomenon
a belief in UFO's led him to relentlessly scan the nighttime skies
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in opinions
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
it's my belief that the sky is blue because our eyes perceive the color blue easily
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
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.
Recent Examples of beliefs
Kirk was often targeted by Groypers, who believed Kirk’s political beliefs leaned too moderate.
—
Ty Roush, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
In the same study, in fact, Republican voters also shifted their beliefs about many other topics to help with this rationalization process.
—Sarah Stein Lubrano, Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2025
Today’s media landscape has grown increasingly partisan, with many news organizations evolving into advocacy platforms that cater to and reinforce the beliefs of like-minded audiences.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
Already, there is evidence that a growing number of people choose their house of worship based on political tribe, not just theological beliefs, making congregations less diverse.
—Ryan Burge, The Conversation, 12 Sep. 2025
His books are satirical, poking light fun at the narrators and their beliefs, but also firmly empathetic.
—Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025
Please remember, no matter what your political beliefs, that this man had a wife and 2 beautiful children who no longer have him.
—Emily Trainham, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
This culture is woven into the tapestry of American culture through a lot of practices, beliefs, foods and many other things.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
But the same respondents were also very dug in on their beliefs and not wanting to compromise them.
—Domenico Montanaro, NPR, 11 Sep. 2025
Ty Roush, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
In the same study, in fact, Republican voters also shifted their beliefs about many other topics to help with this rationalization process.
—Sarah Stein Lubrano, Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2025
Today’s media landscape has grown increasingly partisan, with many news organizations evolving into advocacy platforms that cater to and reinforce the beliefs of like-minded audiences.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
Already, there is evidence that a growing number of people choose their house of worship based on political tribe, not just theological beliefs, making congregations less diverse.
—Ryan Burge, The Conversation, 12 Sep. 2025
His books are satirical, poking light fun at the narrators and their beliefs, but also firmly empathetic.
—Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025
Please remember, no matter what your political beliefs, that this man had a wife and 2 beautiful children who no longer have him.
—Emily Trainham, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
This culture is woven into the tapestry of American culture through a lot of practices, beliefs, foods and many other things.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
But the same respondents were also very dug in on their beliefs and not wanting to compromise them.
—Domenico Montanaro, NPR, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beliefs
Noun
-
The new leader of Catholics in southeastern Michigan has been reaching out in recent weeks to a diverse range of leaders of different faiths to promote dialogue and find common ground with growing attention on the suffering in Gaza.—
Niraj Warikoo,
Freep.com,
21 Aug. 2025
-
What also makes the Rikers siddur different from others is the inclusion of writings by those of other faiths who have turned to Judaism while on the island.—
Marla Brown Fogelman,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
The views and opinions expressed in this column are the author's and do not necessarily reflect those of USA TODAY.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
-
On Reddit, users shared mixed opinions about Bella's breed.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The hope of deriving one set of rules, or axioms, to govern all mathematical truths was fatally undermined.—
Theodore McDarrah,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
-
The experts then had to agree on the fundamental truths, or axioms, that were accepted as true even thought they could not be proven.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
1 Oct. 2024
Noun
-
Effective leaders treat their minds like a gym.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
-
But all is not lost, because there are ways to change people’s minds.—
Sarah Stein Lubrano,
Mercury News,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Listen To Your Gut With Clarity Gut feelings are not mystical.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
-
Her therapist – who Heming Willis accidentally referred to her as her own caregiver – explained how normal these feelings were.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The views and opinions expressed in this column are the author's and do not necessarily reflect those of USA TODAY.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
-
There’s a 76-mile river route open to kayaking and canoeing, and camping spots provide perfect access to the views.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Interns have more formal roles that may include an exchange of time for class credits.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
-
Blum was on hand for the Toronto screening and was likely among the happiest in the room as the credits rolled and the cheering began.—
Aaron Couch,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Brown’s long rap sheet Brown has a lengthy criminal history, including convictions for armed robbery, felony larceny and breaking and entering.—
Cindy Von Quednow,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
-
Byrd has prior felony convictions, including for unlawfully possessing a firearm, according to police.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Beliefs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beliefs. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share