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单词 unbelief
释义

unbelief

noun

un·​be·​lief ˌən-bə-ˈlēf How to pronounce unbelief (audio)
: incredulity or skepticism especially in matters of religious faith

Synonyms

  • disbelief
  • incredulity
  • nonbelief
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Example Sentences

living in an age of unbelief a natural-born skeptic, she typically greets the latest conspiracy theory with head-shaking unbelief
Recent Examples on the Web His Dark Materials is a kind of romance of unbelief. James Parker, The Atlantic, 15 Oct. 2019 When you have been taught, commanded even, to build your entire life around a community, the cost of unbelief is considerable. Amber Scorah, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Aug. 2019 Decree defeat, humiliation and unbelief to the unbelievers. Adam Nossiter, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2018 But God eventually answered these prayers, and by the power of his spirit their unbelief was shattered and they were brought to Christ. Billy Graham, kansascity.com, 8 June 2017

Word History

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined above

unbelief

noun

as in disbelief
refusal to accept something as true a natural-born skeptic, she typically greets the latest conspiracy theory with head-shaking unbelief

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • disbelief
  • skepticism
  • doubt
  • incredulity
  • suspicion
  • nonbelief
  • uncertainty
  • distrust
  • mistrust
  • unfaith
  • discredit
  • denial
  • repudiation
  • rejection

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • belief
  • faith
  • credit
  • conviction
  • acceptance
  • trust
  • credence
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