disbelief
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for disbelief, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An unwillingness or inability to believe that something is true.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use disbelief
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
shake one's head in disbelief
stare in disbelief
met with disbelief
Etymology
From dis- + belief.
Full origin of disbelief →Frequently asked questions
What does “disbelief” mean?
The word “disbelief” means an unwillingness or inability to believe that something is true. In plain terms, the feeling of not being able to accept that something is real or true, often out of shock.
How do you pronounce “disbelief”?
“Disbelief” is pronounced dihs-bih-LEEF (/dɪsbɪˈliːf/ in IPA).
How do you use “disbelief” in a sentence?
Here is “disbelief” used in a sentence: “She stared at the results in complete disbelief.”
What is another word for “disbelief”?
Words with a similar meaning to “disbelief” include incredulity.
What is the opposite of “disbelief”?
The opposite of “disbelief” — its antonyms — is belief.
What part of speech is “disbelief”?
“Disbelief” is a noun.
Is “disbelief” a common word?
“Disbelief” is an uncommon word in modern English.
