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Believer

Verb / bʌˈli:vɜ: / Another word for believer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A believer is a person who has faith or confidence in something or someone.

Synonyms & similar words

worshipper truster worshiper follower devotee adherent supporter disciple zealot aficionado enthusiast proponent advocate convert fanatic patriot loyalist upholder champion partisan backer acolyte votary

Synonyms by register

Formal

adherent devotee follower disciple

Informal

fan supporter backer true believer

Literary

votary confidant

Antonyms

skeptic doubter infidel atheist agnostic disbeliever nonbeliever

Common collocations

  • firm believer
  • true believer
  • die-hard believer
  • devout believer
  • religious believer
  • political believer
  • firm believer in

Word family

noun belief
verb believe
adjective believing

Usage note

While 'believer' often refers to religious faith, it can also describe someone who strongly supports an idea, cause, or person. 'True believer' implies unwavering conviction.

Example sentences

  1. My mother is a believer in the power of prayer.
  2. He is a firm believer in the importance of education.
  3. She is a believer in the idea that hard work pays off.
  4. As a believer in animal rights, she always buys cruelty-free products.
  5. He is a true believer in the value of teamwork.

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