If you take something at face value, you accept it and believe it without thinking about it very much, even though it might be untrue. Statements from the groups involved should not necessarily be taken at face value.

What is to take at face value?

1 : for the price that is printed on something We bought the tickets at face value. 2 : as true or genuine without being questioned or doubted After all his lying, nothing he says now should be taken/accepted at face value.

Why do I take things at face value?

To take something at face value means to believe what is being said without looking for deeper meanings or hidden agendas.