Belief
/bɪˈliːf/noun
An acceptance that something exists or is true, especially one without proof.
Did you know?In medieval times, belief was deeply intertwined with the concept of allegiance, often seen as a bond stronger than blood ties.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*bhel-
“to blow, swell, or beam (as in light or warmth)”
Old English
Old English
geleafa
“a state of faith or trust, especially in a religious context”
Middle English
Middle English
beleve
“to hold dear, to cherish, or to have faith in”
14th Century
Middle English
beleef
“the act of believing or the state of being convinced”
Modern English
English
belief
“the mental acceptance of something as true or real”