B2nounrelationshipsphilosophy
US/feɪθ/
UK/feɪθ/
strong trust in someone or something; also belief in a god or a religion
In context
I have complete faith in our doctor; she has never let us down.
After the scandal, many people lost faith in the company.
Her faith helped her stay strong during her illness.
Words that go with faith
noun + preposition
- faith inVoters have little faith in politicians' promises.
- in good faithShe signed the contract in good faith, not knowing about the problems.
verb + noun
- lose faithDon't lose faith; the results will come.
- have faithYou have to have faith in your own abilities.
adjective + noun
- religious faithPeople of every religious faith are welcome at the center.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I have faith on him.Correct: I have faith in him.