Trust

/tɹˈʌst/

/ˈtɹəst/

Definition & Meaning of "trust"

to trust

VERB

to believe that someone is sincere, reliable, or competent

Ditransitive: to trust sb to do sth

Transitive: to trust sb

Example

The manager often trusts the team to make informed decisions.

She regularly trusts her colleagues to complete tasks efficiently.

Yesterday, he trusted his friend to handle an important project.

1.1

to believe that something is accurate, true, or reliable

Transitive: to trust sth

Example

Right now, the scientist is actively trusting the results of the ongoing experiment.

They trust their doctor ’s advice completely.

They trust the weather forecast before planning their trip.

to allow someone to act freely because you believe they will act responsibly

Ditransitive: to trust sb to do sth

Example

The parents trusted their teenager to stay out late with friends.

They trust their kids to stay home alone for a few hours.

He trusted his assistant to handle the meeting in his absence.

to rely on something or someone with confidence

Transitive: to trust in sth

Example

Many people trust in the effectiveness of this natural remedy.

The hikers trusted in their map to find the way.

She trusted in her skills to lead the team to victory.

to believe strongly that something will happen as desired or expected

Transitive: to trust that

Example

The team trusts their efforts will impress the judges.

I trust everything will work out in the end.

They trust the repairs will be finished before the deadline.

to give someone or something to another's care, believing they will keep it safe

Ditransitive: to trust sb/sth to sb

Example

The tourists trusted their luggage to the hotel staff.

She trusted her jewelry to her best friend for safekeeping.

We trust our documents to this courier service for delivery.

to let someone buy something now and pay for it later

Transitive: to trust sb

Old use

Example

The bakery trusted its best customers during tough times.

Can you trust me for the bill?

We do n’t trust new customers until they establish a payment history.

Trust

NOUN

the strong belief that someone is honest or something is true and so we can count on them

Example

The foundation of any successful partnership is mutual trust and respect.

Their long history of friendship created a bond of trust between them.

The child 's trust in her parents was unwavering, knowing they would always be there for her.

something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)

certainty based on past experience

complete confidence in a person or plan etc

a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service

a trustful relationship

Example

The manager often trusts the team to make informed decisions.

She regularly trusts her colleagues to complete tasks efficiently.

Yesterday, he trusted his friend to handle an important project.

I trust him because he has never let me down.

I trust her when it comes to making important decisions.

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