trust

Definition

• n. something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)
• n. the trait of believing in the honesty and reliability of others
• n. a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service
• v. have confidence or faith in

Word forms

Past participle

trusted

Past tense

trusted

Present participle

trusting

Third person singular

trusts

Example sentences

1. n.

   Her trust in him was unshakeable, even after all the challenges they faced.

2. a.

   The trust fund was established to support the education of underprivileged children.

3. vt.

   I trust you to make the right decision for the team.

4. vi.

   You can trust in your abilities to succeed.

5. n.

   The project was a success because of the trust placed in the team.