not believe a word of it

not believe a word of it

To doubt every word or aspect of a particular claim or story. Yes, I've heard the story, and I don't believe a word of it—Cheryl is a very reputable businesswoman. My kids told me the vase broke during an earthquake at our house this afternoon. Naturally, I don't believe a word of it.
See also: believe, not, of, word
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • a tale never loses in the telling
  • tale never loses in the telling
  • scare story
  • cockamamie story
  • sting in the tail
  • a sting in the tail
  • bedtime
  • bedtime story
  • have whiskers
  • break a story