faith

Definitions


[feɪθ], (Noun)

Definitions:
- complete trust or confidence in someone or something
(e.g: this restores one's faith in politicians)

- strong belief in the doctrines of a religion, based on spiritual conviction rather than proof
(e.g: bereaved people who have shown supreme faith)


Phrases:
- break faith
- keep faith

Origin:
Middle English: from Old French feid, from Latin fides


[feɪθ], (Interjection)

Definitions:
- said to express surprise or emphasis
(e.g: faith, I was shown the door myself and came home)


Phrases:
- break faith
- keep faith

Origin:
Middle English: from Old French feid, from Latin fides




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