1 definition by Chupaxx

"the state of accepting something/someone as honest or deserving of trust even though there are doubts.

He might be lying, but we have to give him the benefit of the doubt and accept what he says for now."
To decide that you will believe someone, even though you are not sure that what the person is saying is true.
-Did you cheat on your girlfriend?
-No, why would I do that?
-I feel like you're lying, but I give you the benefit of the doubt.
by Chupaxx April 23, 2021
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