1
as in to entrust
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to
trusted the eldest child with walking the dog every morning
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in to hand
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
I wouldn't trust my wallet with a complete stranger if I were you
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to believe
to regard as right or true
don't trust everything you read in the newspaper
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in confidence
firm belief in the integrity, ability, effectiveness, or genuineness of someone or something
a relationship of mutual trust between lawyer and client
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in cartel
a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage
government lawyers argued against allowing the telephone companies to merge, asserting that such a merger would result in a trust that would stifle competition
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in custody
responsibility for the safety and well-being of someone or something
left her cat in the trust of her neighbors while she was on vacation
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in credit
the right to take possession of goods before paying for them
the neighborhood grocer will occasionally sell on trust to his regular customers when they don't have the cash on hand
Synonyms & Similar Words
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of trust
Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
International observers might not even be able to judge how catastrophic such a strike had been, because Russian reporting on nuclear incidents historically cannot be trusted.
—William M. Moon, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2024
Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024
Building trust early, navigating company culture with care and emphasizing adaptability can also help external candidates stand out as the strategic choice.
—Gina Riley, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for trust 
Verb
Passion and faith should be trusted more than analysis and facts.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
International observers might not even be able to judge how catastrophic such a strike had been, because Russian reporting on nuclear incidents historically cannot be trusted.
—William M. Moon, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2024
Noun
Election Day was a chance for officials statewide to regain trust.
—Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024
Building trust early, navigating company culture with care and emphasizing adaptability can also help external candidates stand out as the strategic choice.
—Gina Riley, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for trust
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trust
Verb
-
Those who must contend with multiple suppliers and global operations can gain efficiency by entrusting their supply chain operations to 4PLs. Companies considering a major overhaul of their logistics technology may also benefit from outsourcing their supply chain management to a 4PL.Anar Mammadov, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
-
Idris Elba When a big-rig truck driver takes his tenacious teenage daughter along for a job, they’re tracked and attacked by a relentless group of criminals that will stop at nothing to secure the consignment he’s been entrusted to deliver.Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
-
Optimistically, handing influence over this conference to the UAE, and now Azerbaijan—states whose interests are, in many ways, opposed to its aim—means that leaders who depend on fossil fuels must face the costs of burning them.Zoë Schlanger, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
-
Trump has sought to counteract these claims by arguing his donor and ally Musk will be handed control over government resources in order to slash $2 trillion in costs by eliminating entire federal agencies and gutting the government workforce.Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
-
In the future, researchers believe similar dating methodologies could one day be applied to not just other meteorites, but planets.Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
-
Smyth was believed to have abused more than 100 boys and young men in England and then Africa, starting in the 1970s and likely continuing until his death in 2018.Rafi Schwartz, theweek, 13 Nov. 2024
Noun
-
Other elements add more layers, including Cross getting ensnared in a Black Lives Matter protest and having Alex face a real freak of a nemesis, portrayed with depraved confidence by Ryan Eggold.Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
-
Trump will navigate world politics with greater confidence this time around.Daniel W. Drezner, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2024
Noun
-
To name just one example: After an opening act filled with lurid cartel violence, Emilia Pérez gives us a comic number about gender-reassignment surgery.Nate Jones, Vulture, 9 Nov. 2024
-
Later this year, the cartel announced a further extension through November.Zack Budryk, The Hill, 4 Nov. 2024
Noun
-
The hashtag is circulating in Iran after the 25-year-old woman disappeared in Tehran after being taken into custody by police, raising concerns about her treatment as the country continues to crack down on women who defy mandatory hijab laws.Hannah Peart, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
-
According to an arrest affidavit cited by WFAA, Williams was taken into custody at a hotel lobby after a witness reportedly spotted her.Nicole Acosta, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Noun
-
On his confidence: That’s just a credit to having great teammates, trusting me, picking me up.Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
-
The filing also details the company's credit agreement, which includes a $300 million term loan and a $50 million revolving credit facility.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
Verb
-
The monitors are tasked with ensuring compliance with federal voting rights laws.Chris Morris, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2024
-
Fabry is tasked with leading all Gucci teams dedicated to defining and implementing client-centric retail and digital experiences.Luisa Zargani, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
Articles Related to trust
Thesaurus Entries Near trust
Cite this Entry
“Trust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trust. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share