disbelieving
Pronunciation: [dɪsˈbɪlɪvɪŋ]
Word
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.
Example
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.
Example
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?
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