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Definition of disbelieve

disbelieve

/ˌdɪsbɪˈliːv/
dis · be · lieve
Adverb:disbelievingly
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Adjective:disbelieving
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Past Simple:disbelieved
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Past Participle:disbelieved
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Present Participle:disbelieving
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disbelieve Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To be unable to believe or refuse to accept that someone or something is true or real.

Example

"The jury had no valid reason to disbelieve the testimony of the key witness."

2

To lack religious faith or conviction.

Example

"Even those who disbelieve often appreciate the historical architecture of ancient cathedrals."

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• Rhymes for disbelieve

• Nearby Words

disbar
disbarment
disbelief
disbelieve
disbeliever
disbelievingly
disbursal

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 17th century by adding the Latinate negative prefix 'dis-' to 'believe', which derives from Old English 'belyfan' (to have faith or confidence).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Disbelieve. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/disbelieve
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