Definition

A feeling of not believing something or rejecting it as untrue.

Example

Her disbelief in the story made it hard for her to enjoy the movie.

Conversation

I can't believe he actually won the game after that last-minute goal.

I know, right? It was pure disbelief for me when I saw it happen.

Yeah, I was in shock; it felt like a movie moment.

Totally! Moments like that make sports so exciting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Disbelief** → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "belief" (from Old English "geleafa", meaning faith or trust). The word "disbelief" means the state of being apart from belief or lacking faith in something.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'apart' ('dis-') from 'faith' or 'trust' ('belief') — that's why disbelief means not believing.

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