Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disbelief
noun
/ˌdɪs.bɪˈliːf/
Definition
The feeling of not being able to accept or believe something.
Examples
- She looked at him in disbelief when he told her the news.
- The audience sat in disbelief as the plot twist unfolded.
- His disbelief was evident when he saw the final score of the game.
Meaning
Disbelief is a state of mind in which someone is unable to accept something as true or real.
Synonyms
- skepticism
- incredulity
- doubt