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believing mind

[bɪˈliːvɪŋ maɪnd]
nounpl: believing minds
mente crente
1. A state of consciousness characterized by acceptance of ideas, statements, or propositions as true without requiring absolute proof
A believing mind is open to spiritual possibilities.
Uma mente crente está aberta a possibilidades espirituais.
2. The mental faculty or disposition inclined toward faith, trust, or acceptance of beliefs
With a believing mind, she embraced the new philosophy.
Com uma mente crente, ela abraçou a nova filosofia.
Synonyms
faithful mindtrusting mindreceptive mindopen mind
Antonyms
skeptical minddoubting mindcynical minddisbelieving mind

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mente crente
Standard term used across Brazil
Portugal
mente crédula
Alternative term emphasizing credulity

Related Idioms & Phrases

faith-based thinking
leap of faith
suspension of disbelief
trusting heart and mind
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