BELIEF

An element of consciousness that functions as a fundamental component of one’s appreciation of Reality.
[Note: Beliefs are referred to with different terms depending on the degree of coexisting doubt. Belief with no doubt is Fanaticism. Belief held with little doubt is a Conviction. Belief supported by an authority figure, verification, or proof is Knowledge. Belief held with considerable doubt is a tentative hypothesis.]
See also: Authority Figure, Conviction, Faith, Fanaticism, Knowledge