FAITH Synonyms: 129 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How is the word 'faith' different from other nouns like it?

Some common synonyms of faith are belief , credence , and credit . While all these words mean "assent to the truth of something offered for acceptance," faith almost always implies certitude even where there is no evidence or proof. // an unshakable faith in God

Q: When can 'belief' be used instead of 'faith'?

While the synonyms belief and faith are close in meaning, belief may or may not imply certitude in the believer. // my belief that I had caught all the errors

Q: When is 'credence' a more appropriate choice than 'faith'?

Although the words credence and faith have much in common, credence suggests intellectual assent without implying anything about grounds for assent. // a theory now given credence by scientists

Q: When is it sensible to use 'credit' instead of 'faith'?

While in some cases nearly identical to faith , credit may imply assent on grounds other than direct proof. // gave full credit to the statement of a reputable witness

faith

noun

ˈfāth

Definition of faith

as in religion

belief and trust in and loyalty to God a people who are known for their strong and steadfast faith

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as in cult

a body of beliefs and practices regarding the supernatural and the worship of one or more deities the city of Jerusalem is sacred to three faiths: Christianity, Islam, and Judaism

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as in allegiance

adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty after they had to declare bankruptcy, the family found out how much faith their friends had

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as in confidence

firm belief in the integrity, ability, effectiveness, or genuineness of someone or something never having had much faith in banks, the old miser kept his money under the mattress

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as in belief

mental conviction of the truth of some statement or the reality of some being or phenomenon she has complete faith that the universe is controlled by a benevolent Supreme Being with a master plan

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How is the word faith different from other nouns like it?

Some common synonyms of faith are belief, credence, and credit. While all these words mean "assent to the truth of something offered for acceptance," faith almost always implies certitude even where there is no evidence or proof.

an unshakable faith in God

When can belief be used instead of faith?

While the synonyms belief and faith are close in meaning, belief may or may not imply certitude in the believer.

my belief that I had caught all the errors

When is credence a more appropriate choice than faith?

Although the words credence and faith have much in common, credence suggests intellectual assent without implying anything about grounds for assent.

a theory now given credence by scientists

When is it sensible to use credit instead of faith?

While in some cases nearly identical to faith, credit may imply assent on grounds other than direct proof.

gave full credit to the statement of a reputable witness

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Recent Examples of faith In the Muslim faith your body is buried as soon as possible after your passing. — Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026 Reinsve familiarised herself with all details of their faith. — Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2026 The judgment requires Acosta Torres to make good-faith efforts to recover and surrender copies of those documents that might be held by other individuals. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026 The line between the worlds of artificial intelligence and faith is continuing to blur. — Adam Duxter, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for faith

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When designing any law, legislators take into account the First Amendment, which protects, among other rights, freedom of speech, religion and the press.

— Anagilmara Vílchez, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2026
Claiming that they are being harshly discriminated against due to their religion and conservative beliefs, the couple asks help from Mia, an attorney, to represent their case in the Norwegian court.

— Tomris Laffly, Time, 23 Oct. 2026

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Unfortunately, South Korea’s situation is becoming more precarious — and thus conflict more likely — as Kim’s confidence grows and resolve weakens in Seoul and Washington.

— Dan Blumenthal, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
The Field Partner Program began as a pilot in 2025 and is scaling with the 2026 crop, helping brands support regenerative agriculture goals with confidence.

— SJ Studio, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of confidence

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The exhibits that Lincoln chose to organize reflected her belief that art is concerned not just with aesthetics but also with history, culture and politics, her husband said.

— Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
Trump’s support has bolstered Putin’s belief that time is on his side.

— Michael McFaul, Foreign Affairs, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of belief

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Has he been hoodwinked by the performance of devotion between Holmes and Evans?

— Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2026
Turturro admires Harry’s old-school pride in his craft, but the character’s devotion to his ailing wife struck a deeper chord.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of devotion

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My business experience has shown me that clients feel more loyalty and comfort with a company willing to work through difficult periods with them.

— Mark Berookim, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026
In the Buendías’ legacy of love and betrayal, loyalty and idealism, there was domestic and political violence, but there was also ice in the middle of the jungle and a sickness that put the whole town to sleep and girls that became witches.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of loyalty

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East Aurora coach Nathan Parry trusts Montano in those situations, and that trust was rewarded handsomely Tuesday.

— Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
Beyond payment speed, Mastercard is also looking to incorporate blockchain and identity data to establish the same level of trust expected across other payment systems, Driver said.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of trust

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Nvidia's most recent quarterly financial filing in August outlined over $500 billion in off-balance-sheet commitments over the coming years, with a majority maturing through fiscal 2029.

— Kif Leswing,Isabel O'Brien, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2026
The Biden administration also had a commitment to AI safety that annoyed AI companies.

— Nina Verdelli, Vanity Fair, 24 Oct. 2026

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