Credence

Quick meaning: Credence is a noun meaning (uncountable) Acceptance of a belief or claim as true, especially on the basis of evidence.

Meaning

(uncountable) Acceptance of a belief or claim as true, especially on the basis of evidence.

More Meanings

1. (religion, countable) A small table or credenza used in certain Christian religious services.
2. (countable) A cupboard, sideboard, or cabinet, particularly one intended for the display of rich vessels or plate on open shelves.
3. (countable) A subjective probability estimate of a belief or claim.
4. (rare, uncountable) Credential or supporting material for a person or claim.
5. (obsolete) To give credence to; to believe.

Example Sentences

He presented us with a letter of credence.

My credence in the proposition is around 90%.

Based on the scientific data, I give credence to this hypothesis.

Word Forms

• credences
• credencing
• credenced

Synonyms for credence

Depending on context, synonyms include acceptance, credenza.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include acceptance, credenza, faith, credit, credibility, trust.

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