Belive vs. Believe: What's the Difference?

Edited by Sumera Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on September 23, 2023
"Belive" is incorrect; the right spelling is "believe," meaning to accept something as true or have confidence in the existence of something.

Which is correct: Belive or Believe
How to spell Believe?

Belive is Incorrect

Believe is Correct
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Key Differences
To remember the correct spelling of "believe," note the placement of "i" and "e."

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Sep 23, 2023
Think of the rule, "i before e except after c," or relate the word "lie" within "believe," as it’s a statement or idea we consider as true.

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Sep 23, 2023
Belive and Believe Definitions
Believe
To accept something as true or real.
Many people believe in the existence of extraterrestrial life.

Janet White
Sep 23, 2023
Believe
To have confidence in the truth or value of something.
He believes in the value of hard work.

Sara Rehman
Sep 23, 2023
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Believe
To have trust or confidence in the reliability or ability of someone.
She believes in her friend's integrity.

Sara Rehman
Sep 23, 2023
Believe
To accept (something) as true or real
Do you believe his version of what happened?.

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
To consider (someone) to be truthful or accurate in what they are saying
I believe you when you say that your neighbor is angry.

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
To expect or suppose; think
I believe it will snow tomorrow. I believe the letters to be authentic.

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Apr 22, 2023
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Believe
To have faith, confidence, or trust
I believe in your ability to solve the problem.

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
To consider something to be important, worthwhile, or valuable
I believe in free speech.

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
(transitive) To accept as true, particularly without absolute certainty (i.e., as opposed to knowing).
If you believe the numbers, you'll agree we need change.
I believe there are faeries.

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
(transitive) To accept that someone is telling the truth.
Why did I ever believe you?

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
(intransitive) To have religious faith; to believe in a greater truth.
After that night in the church, I believed.

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
To opine, think, reckon.
Do you think this is good? —Hmm, I believe it's okay.

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
To exercise belief in; to credit upon the authority or testimony of another; to be persuaded of the truth of, upon evidence furnished by reasons, arguments, and deductions of the mind, or by circumstances other than personal knowledge; to regard or accept as true; to place confidence in; to think; to consider; as, to believe a person, a statement, or a doctrine.
Our conqueror (whom I nowOf force believe almighty).
King Agrippa, believest thou the prophets ?
Often followed by a dependent clause.I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
To have a firm persuasion, esp. of the truths of religion; to have a persuasion approaching to certainty; to exercise belief or faith.
Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.
With the heart man believeth unto righteousness.

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
Accept as true; take to be true;
I believed his report
We didn't believe his stories from the War
She believes in spirits

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
Judge or regard; look upon; judge;
I think he is very smart
I believe her to be very smart
I think that he is her boyfriend
The racist conceives such people to be inferior

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
Be confident about something;
I believe that he will come back from the war

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
Follow a credo; have a faith; be a believer;
When you hear his sermons, you will be able to believe, too

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
Credit with veracity;
You cannot believe this man
Should we believe a publication like the National Inquirer?

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Apr 22, 2023
Believe
To have faith, especially religious faith.
They believe in a higher power.

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Sep 23, 2023
FAQs
What is the root word of Believe?
The root word is the Old English “belȳfan.”

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Sep 23, 2023
Why is it called Believe?
It is called "believe" deriving from the Old English “belȳfan,” meaning to have confidence or faith in.

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Sep 23, 2023
What is the plural form of Believe?
"Believe" is a verb and does not have a plural form.

Aimie Carlson
Sep 23, 2023
Which preposition is used with Believe?
"In" is commonly used as a preposition with "believe."

Janet White
Sep 23, 2023
Is Believe an abstract noun?
"Believe" is not a noun; however, "belief," its noun form, is an abstract noun.

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Sep 23, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Believe?
Any conjunction can be used with "believe" depending on the sentence structure.

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Sep 23, 2023
What is the opposite of Believe?
The opposite of "believe" can be "disbelieve" or "doubt."

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Sep 23, 2023
Is the Believe term a metaphor?
The term "believe" itself is not a metaphor but can be used metaphorically in sentences.

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Sep 23, 2023
Which article is used with Believe?
The article "a" can be used when "belief" (the noun form of "believe") is unspecified.

Harlon Moss
Sep 23, 2023
Is Believe a negative or positive word?
"Believe" is typically a neutral word but can be either positive or negative depending on the context.

Harlon Moss
Sep 23, 2023
Is Believe a vowel or consonant?
"Believe" is a word consisting of both vowels and consonants.

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Sep 23, 2023
Is the word Believe imperative?
It can be used in the imperative mood, e.g., "Believe in yourself."

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Sep 23, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Believe?
The second syllable, "lieve," is stressed in "believe."

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Sep 23, 2023
Which determiner is used with Believe?
Any determiner can be used with the noun form "belief," depending on the sentence structure and meaning.

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Sep 23, 2023
How is Believe used in a sentence?
"Believe" is used as a verb in a sentence, e.g., "I believe in the power of kindness."

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Sep 23, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.

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Sumera SaeedSumera is an experienced content writer and editor with a niche in comparative analysis. At Diffeence Wiki, she crafts clear and unbiased comparisons to guide readers in making informed decisions. With a dedication to thorough research and quality, Sumera's work stands out in the digital realm. Off the clock, she enjoys reading and exploring diverse cultures.
