trusting

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Trusting someone means believing they will do what's best or be honest with you. It's like having faith that they'll come through for you.

When we talk about trusting people, it usually means relying on them to make good choices or keep their promises. For example, if your friend says she'll pick you up from the airport and you trust her, you don't worry too much about getting there safely because you know she'll be on time. You're counting on her being responsible and reliable. This kind of trusting relationship can also apply to family members or a partner - when we feel safe sharing our thoughts and feelings with them, it's because we trust that they'll keep those conversations confidential.

How common is "trusting"?

Word trusting is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

verb

  • present participle and gerund of trust