creditor
1 synonym and 1 antonym for creditor, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person or organisation that is owed money.
Antonyms
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman creditour, from Latin creditor, from creditum, "a loan" — the mirror image of a "debtor".
Full origin of creditor →Frequently asked questions
What does “creditor” mean?
The word “creditor” means a person or organisation that is owed money. In plain terms, someone you owe money to.
How do you pronounce “creditor”?
“Creditor” is pronounced KREH-dih-tuh (/ˈkɹɛdɪtɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “creditor” in a sentence?
Here is “creditor” used in a sentence: “The company's creditors met to discuss the repayment plan.”
What part of speech is “creditor”?
“Creditor” is a noun.
Where does the word “creditor” come from?
The word “creditor” comes from Latin. From Anglo-Norman creditour, from Latin creditor, from creditum, "a loan" — the mirror image of a "debtor".
Is “creditor” a common word?
“Creditor” is an uncommon word in modern English.
