article of faith

noun

1. a fundamental belief; tenet.

article of faith

noun

1. Christianity any of the clauses or propositions into which a creed or other statement of doctrine is divided

2. a deeply held belief

Word History and Origins

Origin of article of faith¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50

Example Sentences

The headstone, regardless of its attempt at humor, runs contrary to an article of faith: that D.B.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s an unquestioned article of faith, for instance, that left-wing policies and programs are both impractical and politically toxic.

From Salon

These ideas have been articles of faith for so long now that I wonder if modern Republicans even know why they believe in them.

From Salon

It became an article of faith that unless a president was able to present himself as a down-home guy, he didn't have a chance.

From Salon

It’s an article of faith that no amount of evidence can overcome.

From Salon