n.
  - an acceptance that something exists or is true, especially one without proof. 
▸a firmly held opinion or conviction.
 ▸a religious conviction.
 - 
(belief in)
 trust or confidence in.
 
 
  Phrase
  
    
      - beyond belief
 astonishing; incredible. 
    
   
  Etymology
  ME: alt. of OE gelēafa; cf. believe.