credence
0 antonyms and opposites of credence, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Acceptance of something as true or trustworthy, usually because there is evidence for it.
How to use credence
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French credence, tracing back to Latin credentia ("belief"), from credere, "to believe" — the same root that gives us "credit" and "creed".
Full origin of credence →Frequently asked questions
What does “credence” mean?
The word “credence” means acceptance of something as true or trustworthy, usually because there is evidence for it. In plain terms, treating something as believable or worth trusting.
How do you pronounce “credence”?
“Credence” is pronounced KREE-duhns (/ˈkɹi.dəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “credence” in a sentence?
Here is “credence” used in a sentence: “The witness statement gave credence to her version of events.”
What part of speech is “credence”?
“Credence” is a noun.
Where does the word “credence” come from?
The word “credence” comes from Latin. From Old French credence, tracing back to Latin credentia ("belief"), from credere, "to believe" — the same root that gives us "credit" and "creed".