unfaith

[ uhn-feyth ]

noun

1. lack of faith, especially religious faith; unbelief.

Word History and Origins

Origin of unfaith¹

First recorded in 1400–50; Middle English unfeith; un- ¹( def ) + faithful ( def )

Example Sentences

But alas, the spirit of doubt, distrust, fear and unfaith called you again to Earth—and the vision faded.

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There is a reticence which is of faith, just as there may be a reticence which is of cowardice or unfaith.

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For unfaith is the belief in process; and faith is the belief in person.

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In spite of her unfaith, a sense of rest in a power larger than herself came upon her unawares.

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How shall the unfaith which the mystery, the suffering, the evil of the world induce be overcome?

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Related Words

• distrust
• incredulity
• mistrust