mis·be·lieve  (m ĭs ′b ĭ-l ēv )
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intr.v. mis·be·lieved, mis·be·liev·ing, mis·be·lieves v.intr. Archaic To hold a false or erroneous belief or opinion, especially in religious matters. v.tr.1. Archaic To believe falsely or erroneously in (a doctrine or opinion, for example). 2. To refuse to believe; disbelieve.
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