belief-driven
|be-lief-driv-en|
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/bɪˈliːf ˌdrɪvən/
guided by beliefs
Etymology
Etymology Information
'belief-driven' originates from the combination of 'belief' and 'driven,' where 'belief' refers to a conviction or acceptance that something is true, and 'driven' implies being motivated or propelled by something.
Historical Evolution
'belief' comes from Old English 'geleafa,' and 'driven' comes from Old English 'drifan,' meaning to drive or propel.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'belief-driven' meant being motivated by religious or spiritual beliefs, but it has evolved to include any set of principles or values.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
motivated or guided by a set of beliefs or principles.
The company's belief-driven approach has led to its success.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42