Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
credence
noun
/ˈkrediːns/
Definition
Belief in or acceptance of something as true.
Examples
- Many scientists argue that empirical evidence provides the greatest credence to their theories.
- She gave her credence to the witness’s testimony during the trial.
Meaning
Credence refers to the trust or confidence in the validity of something.
Synonyms
- belief
- trust
- confidence
- faith
- acceptance
