idiom
Leap of Faith
leep uv fayth
liːp əv feɪθListen
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Syllable breakdown
leapoffaith
Dictionary meaning
An act of believing in or attempting something whose success cannot be guaranteed; a decision to trust despite uncertainty.
Examples
- Moving abroad without a job was a real leap of faith.
- Trusting a new partner requires a certain leap of faith.
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