CREDIT Synonyms: 187 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How is the word 'credit' different from other nouns like it?

Some common synonyms of credit are belief , credence , and faith . While all these words mean "assent to the truth of something offered for acceptance," credit may imply assent on grounds other than direct proof. // gave full credit to the statement of a reputable witness

Q: When might 'belief' be a better fit than 'credit'?

The meanings of belief and credit largely overlap; however, belief may or may not imply certitude in the believer. // my belief that I had caught all the errors

Q: When is it sensible to use 'credence' instead of 'credit'?

Although the words credence and credit have much in common, credence suggests intellectual assent without implying anything about grounds for assent. // a theory now given credence by scientists

Q: When is 'faith' a more appropriate choice than 'credit'?

The words faith and credit can be used in similar contexts, but faith almost always implies certitude even where there is no evidence or proof. // an unshakable faith in God

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noun

ˈkre-dit

Definition of credit

as in trust

the right to take possession of goods before paying for them because of their reputation for not paying their bills, no store will extend the family credit

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as in treasure

an asset that brings praise or renown your intelligence and dedication are a credit to you, our choice for teacher of the year

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as in belief

mental conviction of the truth of some statement or the reality of some being or phenomenon I give full credit to this report on the prevalence of cheating among college students today

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as in applause

public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement she deserves all the credit, since she did all the work

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as in influence

the power to direct the thinking or behavior of others usually indirectly despite his legal woes, he has not yet lost all his credit with the administration in the White House

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verb

as in to attribute

to explain (something) as being the result of something else has to credit his success in picking winning lottery numbers to pure luck

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as in to believe

to regard as right or true I simply cannot credit that story about the boy who was supposedly raised by wolves

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How is the word credit different from other nouns like it?

Some common synonyms of credit are belief, credence, and faith. While all these words mean "assent to the truth of something offered for acceptance," credit may imply assent on grounds other than direct proof.

gave full credit to the statement of a reputable witness

When might belief be a better fit than credit?

The meanings of belief and credit largely overlap; however, belief may or may not imply certitude in the believer.

my belief that I had caught all the errors

When is it sensible to use credence instead of credit?

Although the words credence and credit have much in common, credence suggests intellectual assent without implying anything about grounds for assent.

a theory now given credence by scientists

When is faith a more appropriate choice than credit?

The words faith and credit can be used in similar contexts, but faith almost always implies certitude even where there is no evidence or proof.

an unshakable faith in God

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Recent Examples of credit

Noun

That investment rating means the company pays higher interest rates in most cases for the credit facilities and short-term borrowings that are a normal course of business for large enterprises. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026 Those loans are backed by private-credit firms’ own loans, a debt pile that has unnerved regulators. — Ellen Dimauro, semafor.com, 5 Oct. 2026

Verb

Walter Sickert’s work is credited with influencing artists like Francis Bacon and Lucien Freud, and the artist was a key figure in avant garde movements including the London Impressionists and the Camden Town Group. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026 The Game credits the genre’s lackluster showing lately to a modern disconnect from the generation of rap he was raised in where titans sparred in collaboration and juicy remixes ruled. — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for credit

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Eco effort Inkaterra's core proposition is a care and value for the environment—trust that your stay is built to have a small (negative, even) carbon footprint, with efforts that go far beyond encouraging you to reuse a towel.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Instead, younger donors are more likely to give through charitable trusts, family foundations, fundraising, and mentorship.

— Sydney Lake, Fortune, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of trust

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Considered the most expensive work in the world at the time of its creation, the book was valued at 2 million francs (about $408,000 in 1961 dollars); today it is considered a French heritage treasure, its value estimated at several million euros.

— News Desk, Artforum, 7 Oct. 2026
The treasures of both the sea and the surrounding mountains are at your fingertips thanks to an array of land and water activities ranging from hikes and beach picnics to fishing experiences and sunset cruises.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

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At the heart of that legacy is a simple belief that movies are best seen together, on a big screen.

— Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
The memoir also details Cooper’s crippling, career-stalling struggles with substance abuse during the late ‘70s and goes into depth about his subsequent re-embrace of Christianity and his current beliefs and practices.

— Gary Graff, Billboard, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of belief

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Bashing California is a reliable applause line in red states like Nebraska, Alabama, Texas and Oklahoma, where the president has been holding rallies trying to ensure his supporters get out to vote.

— Ana Ceballos, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
Davidson's request was immediately met with cheers and thunderous applause from the studio audience.

— Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026

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The traditional Pueblo architecture has touches of Native American and Western influences, along with European and Mexican motifs.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Scotlandville will no longer be represented by a native son, someone who people believed instinctively understood their challenges and offered a direct line to power and influence in the nation’s capital.

— Gary Fields, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of influence

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It could be attributed to the fawn stress response, in which a survivor may appease or try to maintain peace with the person who harmed them, Cutter said.

— Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2026
The move comes amid a global shortage largely attributed to slowdowns of the passage of oil through the Strait of Hormuz.

— Rebecca Schneid, Time, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of attribute

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Lottie truly believes that armed with her diary and a plan for total re-invention, everything will go great and not be embarrassing at all.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2026
Much of that sum—$250 million—comes from his contract with the Saudi Pro League’s Al Nassr, which is believed to be subsidized by commercial agreements orchestrated by the club.

— Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of believe

Noun

As such, the house’s fragrances are photographed in the same way no matter the price point, with the models wearing jewels.

— Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
Ability to flex pricing power The crown jewel of Applied Aerospace’s investment thesis lies in its 87% single-source contract mix.

— Harvey Stober, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026

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