as in skepticism
refusal to accept something as true
their story explaining their absence was met with frank disbelief
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Recent Examples of disbelief
Still in disbelief, Ade took a few moments to stand up, face the congregation and finally blow out the candles on his birthday cake without fainting himself.
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Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Game 7 was so insane, so compelling, so breathtaking, so dramatic, that when the final out was made early Sunday morning, Dodgers three-time Cy Young winner Clayton Kershaw looked at his teammates in disbelief.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
An incredible comeback had Paycor Stadium rocking in disbelief.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
Allies whisper their disbelief.
—Dan Perry, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for disbelief
Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Game 7 was so insane, so compelling, so breathtaking, so dramatic, that when the final out was made early Sunday morning, Dodgers three-time Cy Young winner Clayton Kershaw looked at his teammates in disbelief.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
An incredible comeback had Paycor Stadium rocking in disbelief.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
Allies whisper their disbelief.
—Dan Perry, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for disbelief
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disbelief
Noun
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His election victory reflected a growing skepticism about multilateralism and global engagement more generally among Americans.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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During an interview with Shakiel Mahjouri at SHAK Wrestling, Rusev opened up about his history with Cena and his skepticism regarding the retirement announcement.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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There is no doubt that the plan is ambitious and comprehensive.—
Shaoyu Yuan,
The Conversation,
5 Nov. 2025
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The biggest news Tuesday was how the court was going to define the relevant market in the antitrust case, no doubt.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The two marshals ran to the other side of the track just in front of Lawson’s car, with the New Zealander quick to express his incredulity over the team radio.—
George Ramsay,
CNN Money,
27 Oct. 2025
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The look of incredulity on Zahn’s face, as Hudson, in dealing with the absurdity of Chad Powers is priceless.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Betty had suspicions about the relationship early on, which Dan continually denied.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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He was charged with an infraction disorderly conduct, and threat of violence and suspicion of criminal trespassing, both Class B misdemeanors in Utah.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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But the indirect benefits seem to reflect a posture against green energy, related to unbelief in climate change, and these lead to support for inefficient energy alternatives like nuclear and geothermal and gas-fired turbines.—
Ian Dexter Palmer,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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The historical abnormality of modern-day unbelief was a theme of Pope Benedict XVI’s in the years before, during, and after his pontificate.—
Katherine Howell,
National Review,
30 Nov. 2023
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“Disbelief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disbelief. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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