To trust
Example: He trusts his colleague after working together for years
Definition
"To trust" means to have confidence in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something. It involves believing that the person or thing will act in your best interest or fulfill expectations, as in the example: He trusts his colleague after working together for years.
Etymology
The verb "to trust" originates from the Old Norse word 'traust,' meaning help, confidence, or protection. It evolved through Middle English as 'trusten,' reflecting reliance and faith in others. Did you know that the concept of trust has been central to human relationships for centuries, highlighting its importance in both social and personal contexts.
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"To trust" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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