Today’s word is: believe
[bih-leev]
1. to have confidence in the truth, the existence, or the reliability of something, although without absolute proof that one is right in doing so:
Only if one believes in something can one act purposefully.
2.to have confidence or faith in the truth of (a positive assertion, story, etc.); give credence to.
I believe her side of the story.
3. to have confidence in the assertions of (a person).
I believe that John can win the tennis match.
4. to have a conviction that (a person or thing) is,has been, or will be engaged in a given action or involved in a given situation:
The fugitive is believed to be headed for theMexican border.
5. to suppose or assume; understand (usually followed by a noun clause):
I believe that he has left town.