faith meaning and definition

FAITH noun

Definition of faith (noun)

1. a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
   • "he lost his faith but not his morality"
   • synonyms: religion, religious belief
2. complete confidence in a person or plan etc
   • "he cherished the faith of a good woman"; "the doctor-patient relationship is based on trust"
   • synonyms: trust
3. an institution to express belief in a divine power
   • "he was raised in the Baptist religion"; "a member of his own faith contradicted him"
   • synonyms: organized religion, religion
4. loyalty or allegiance to a cause or a person
   • "keep the faith"; "they broke faith with their investors"