Faith meaning

What does “faith” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“faith” is a noun with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny.

faith

noun

  1. a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny

    “he lost his faith but not his morality”

  2. complete confidence in a person or plan etc

    “he cherished the faith of a good woman”

    “the doctor-patient relationship is based on trust”

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  3. an institution to express belief in a divine power

    “he was raised in the Baptist religion”

    “a member of his own faith contradicted him”

  4. loyalty or allegiance to a cause or a person

    “keep the faith”

    “they broke faith with their investors”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University