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Term

credence n

Credence means belief that something is true or acceptance of it as true. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of credence

  • belief that something is true or acceptance of it as true

Usage examples of credence

The clear video gave credence to her account of the accident.

Few people gave credence to the rumor without evidence.

The new records lent credence to the historian's theory.

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