C/U a strong feeling that something is true or real 信心；信念；看法 | This theory goes against the beliefs of most current political thinkers. 这个理论与当今大多数政治思想家的看法相违背。 |
| +in a belief in the existence of UFOs 认为不明飞行物存在的看法 |
| +that the mistaken belief that cocaine is not an addictive drug 认为可卡因不会使人上瘾的错误看法 |
| popular/widely held/widespread belief There is widespread belief that an agreement has been made. 大家普遍认为已经签订了协议。 |
| contrary to popular belief (=although most people think that something is true) Contrary to popular belief, nighttime is actually safer than the day. 与普遍的看法相反 |
| firm/strong belief It is my firm belief that the government should act now. 我坚决认为政府现在应该采取行动。 |
| growing belief There is a growing belief that she will resign. 越来越多的人认为她将辞职。 |
| | a | C/U a strong feeling that something is right or good 信心；信任；信念 | | +in a belief in social justice 对社会正义的信心 | | +that the belief that women should be treated equally 认为女性应该受到同等对待的信念 | |
| | b | C an idea that you are certain is true , especially involving religion or politics （尤指宗教或政治的）信仰，观念，教义 | | Christian/Buddhist beliefs 基督教/佛教教义 | | +about/concerning our traditional beliefs about the origins of life 我们有关生命起源的传统观念 | | express belief Everyone is entitled to express their own personal beliefs. 每个人都有权表达个人的信仰。 | |