Definition

A person who has confidence in someone or something, believing that they will act in a reliable or honest way.

Example

She is a truster who believes in the goodness of people.

Conversation

I really admire how you're such a truster in people.

Thanks! I believe everyone deserves a chance.

That's a great perspective; it must make life easier.

Definitely! Being a truster opens up so many friendships.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Truster is formed from "trust" (from Old Norse "traust", meaning confidence or reliance) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A truster is a person who has confidence or reliance in someone or something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has 'confidence' ('trust') in another person — that's what a truster means.

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