Word of the Day-Credence

1the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true

a : mental acceptance as true or real credence to gossip> b : credibility 1 credence to the theory>

2

: credentials —used in the phrase letters of credence

3

[Middle French, from Old Italian credenza] : a Renaissance sideboard used chiefly for valuable plate

4

: a small table where the bread and wine rest before consecration

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Examples of CREDENCE

1. The theory is gaining credence among scientists.
2. credence in common gossip.>