noun

faith

Translation

faith, trust, belief, religion

He acted in good faith.

She has a strong religious faith.

I have great faith in her abilities.

((faith)) ((in sb./sth.)) trust in someone or something. I have faith in you.

((to have/lose)) faith to believe/stop believing. Don't lose faith in yourself.

((in good/bad)) faith with good/bad intentions. The offer was made in good faith.

Synonyms: trust, belief, confidence, conviction; Antonyms: doubt, disbelief

From Old French 'feid', from Latin 'fides' meaning 'trust, belief'.

It shares a root with 'fidelity', both relating to trust and loyalty.