credence

noun
/ˈkriː.dəns/

Meaning

belief in or acceptance of something as true

Example Sentences

The witness gave credence to the defendant's alibi.

Synonyms

belief, trust, faith, confidence

Antonyms

doubt, skepticism

Collocations

give credence, lend credence, gain credence, credibility and credence

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