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disbelieving

Pronunciation: [dɪsˈbɪlɪvɪŋ]

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Learn how to use disbelieving in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “belief”

(adjective) When someone does not believe something. If you hear a story that sounds too strange to be true, you might feel disbelieving about it.

Example

She gave a disbelieving look when he told her he saw a flying elephant.

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He was not disbelieving; he accepted the news without question.

Example

What makes you feel disbelieving about the story you just heard?

Context: “belief”

(verb) To refuse to accept that something is true. If someone tells you a surprising fact and you don't accept it, you are disbelieving.

Example

She disbelieved the rumor that her friend was moving away.

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He did not disbelieve the amazing tales; he believed in their truth.

Example

Did you disbelieve what the teacher said about the history of the school?

How to pronounce disbelieving

Pronunciation: [dɪsˈbɪlɪvɪŋ]

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