1
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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2
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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Recent Examples of faith
The story follows Ben Walker (Sorbo), a businessman who abandoned his faith.
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Janelle Ash , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 24 July 2025
Our faith had recklessly impelled us toward a commitment that faith alone could not sustain.
—Terry Nguyen
july 23, Literary Hub, 23 July 2025
This facial will help restore your glow and your faith.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 22 July 2025
Reagan restored the country’s faith after the national traumas of the Vietnam era and won passage of a significant tax reform bill and a major immigration measure, though his efforts to tame mounting federal deficits proved largely unsuccessful.
—Carl Leubsdorf, Mercury News, 12 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for faith
Janelle Ash , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 24 July 2025
Our faith had recklessly impelled us toward a commitment that faith alone could not sustain.
—Terry Nguyen
july 23, Literary Hub, 23 July 2025
This facial will help restore your glow and your faith.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 22 July 2025
Reagan restored the country’s faith after the national traumas of the Vietnam era and won passage of a significant tax reform bill and a major immigration measure, though his efforts to tame mounting federal deficits proved largely unsuccessful.
—Carl Leubsdorf, Mercury News, 12 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for faith
Recent Examples of Synonyms for faith
Noun
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Long-term trends show a sharp decline in youth engagement and identification in mainstream religions in Western nations.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
3 Aug. 2025
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But the religion at the center of a case set for after the summer is not nearly as well represented in the population - or in the courtroom.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
2 Aug. 2025
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The moment comes on the heels of Clark’s now-viral Nike ad comment aimed at Kelsey Plum, a subtle but effective reminder of just how visible brand allegiances have become across the league.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
23 July 2025
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Lunn’s brand of reform disrupted the corrupt and complacent, empowered talent without regard to political allegiance, and relentlessly focused on the common good of his constituents.—
Time,
Time,
22 July 2025
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Tracey Harvey, inspired by Kelly’s confidence, climbed a wall in Hyde Park to get a better view of the stage.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
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The University Academic Senate narrowly voted no confidence in Marquette leaders, including Ah Yun, a few days after he was named president.—
Kelly Meyerhofer,
jsonline.com,
30 July 2025
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But in 1994 the American Economic Review published an article that challenged this belief.—
Eyal Press,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
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At Obermeyer, that belief is reflected in everything from internal development to community co-creation.—
Simon Mainwaring,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
Noun
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His efforts, Suzuki added, required utter and total devotion.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
28 July 2025
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But the obvious calculation behind this move illustrated the desperation of so many anonymous black showbiz performers (such as those who were paid to promote the Kamala Harris campaign) who eagerly demonstrate an unshakeable loyalty to the post-FDR legacy of Democratic Party devotion.—
Armond White,
National Review,
25 July 2025
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The company’s Movie Club loyalty program saw subscriptions grow 12% year-over-year and 50% versus 2019 to 1.45 million members, who accounted for nearly 30% of domestic box office.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
1 Aug. 2025
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The expanding Red Tab loyalty program is a big factor in scaling omnichannel efforts.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Luckily, this could help you to uncover a deeper sense of trust, vulnerability or connection in a key relationship.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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Our government is the custodian of public trust and taxpayer funds and we as citizens have every right to insist on transparency and accountability.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Aug. 2025
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This requires sustained commitment and resources to monitor effectively.—
Jody Bhagat,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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The approval came after Skydance and its investment partner, RedBird Capital, assured the FCC of their commitment to unbiased journalism that represents diverse viewpoints.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
25 July 2025
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“Faith.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faith. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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