trust · verb T /trʌst/
Word family
Nouns: trust, distrust, mistrust, trustee, trustworthiness
Adjectives: trusting, trusted, trusty, trustworthy
Verbs: trust, distrust, mistrust
trust
B1 to believe that someone is good and honest and will not harm you, or that something is safe and reliable
Dictionary examples:
My sister warned me not to trust him.
Trust me - I know about these things.
I trust her to make the right decision.
That man is not to be trusted.
I wouldn't trust him with my car.
Learner example:
Do not trust him and be careful. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Turkish)
I trust (that)
C1 used to say that you hope something is true
Dictionary example:
I trust you slept well?
Learner example:
I trust that the suggestions outlined in this report will receive your serious consideration and meet with your approval. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Zulu)
trust · noun U /trʌst/
Word family
Nouns: trust, distrust, mistrust, trustee, trustworthiness
Adjectives: trusting, trusted, trusty, trustworthy
Verbs: trust, distrust, mistrust
trust
B2 the belief that you can trust someone or something
Dictionary examples:
a relationship based on trust and understanding
We were obviously wrong to put our trust in her.
He's in a position of trust.
Learner example:
Now the trial is starting and, as a result, I have lost trust in my friends. (First Certificate in English; B2; Italian)
