What does FIDES mean?

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. Trust or faith in a person, thing, or idea.
2. A pledge or promise, especially one made in bad faith.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈfaɪdiːz/
• UK: /ˈfiːdeɪz/

Origin and Usage

The word "fides" comes from Latin, where it means "faith" or "trust." In English, it is most commonly used in legal contexts to refer to a promise or pledge made in bad faith, or to the good faith and trust between parties in a contract or agreement.

Synonyms

• Trust
• Confidence
• Credibility
• Reliability

Related Words

• Feist
• Defis
• Sedif
• Deifs
• Fried

Example Sentences

1. He had complete fides in his business partner.
2. The companys fides was shattered after the scandal.
3. The politicians fides was questioned after he broke his promise.