credence

cre·dence

noun

The definition of credence is the probability or chance that something is true, or to the belief that something is true.

An example of credence is when a scientific experiment has revealed the same findings when conducted by several different scientists, thus creating a high probability that the findings are true.

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credence

belief, esp. in the reports or testimony of another: to give credence to rumors
credentials
now only in the phrase letters of credence
Eccles. a small table at the side of the altar for the bread, wine, etc. used in the Eucharistic service

Origin of credence

Old French from Medieval Latin credentia from Classical Latin credens, present participle of credere: see creed

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credence

noun

a. Acceptance as true or valid; belief: I wouldn't put too much credence in that story. See Synonyms at belief.
b. Credibility; plausibility: “A number of other details … lend credence to her account” ( Jane Mayer )
Recommendation; credentials: a letter of credence.
A small table or shelf for holding the bread, wine, and vessels of the Eucharist when they are not in use at the altar.

Origin of credence

Middle English from Old French from Medieval Latin crēdentia from Latin crēdēns crēdent- present participle of crēdere to believe ; see kerd- in Indo-European roots.

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Noun

(countable and uncountable, plural credences)

Acceptance of a belief or claim as true, especially on the basis of evidence.
Based on the scientific data, I give credence to this hypothesis.
(rare) Credential or supporting material for a person or claim.
He presented us with a letter of credence.
(religion) A small table or credenza used in certain Christian religious services.
A cupboard, sideboard, or cabinet, particularly one intended for the display of rich vessels or plate on open shelves.

Verb

(third-person singular simple present credences, present participle credencing, simple past and past participle credenced)

(obsolete) To give credence to; to believe.

Origin

From Old French credence, from Medieval Latin crēdentia (“belief, faith”), from Latin crēdēns, present active participle of crēdō (“loan, confide in, trust, believe”).

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