"It's my belief that the thief is somebody known to us."
2.nounFaith or trust in the reality of something; often based upon one's own reasoning, trust in a claim, desire of actuality, and/or evidence considered.
"Based on this data, it is our belief that X does not occur."
3.nounSomething believed.
"The ancient people have a belief in many deities."
4.nounThe quality or state of believing.
"My belief that it will rain tomorrow is strong."
5.nounReligious faith.
"She often said it was her belief that carried her through the hard times."
6.noun(in the plural) One's religious or moral convictions.
"I don't want to do a no-fault divorce on my husband and steal from him under color of law. It's against my beliefs."