credential

pronunciation

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Noun:

a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts

Word Origin

credential (n.): "that which entitles to credit," 1756, probably a back-formation from credentials. Earlier in English as an adjective, "confirming, corroborating" (late 15c.). As a verb, "provide with credentials," by 1828 (implied in dredentialed).

Synonym

n.

authority warrant authorization reference deed exequatur certificate diploma passport testament voucher license document title visa pass of qualification letter attestation safe-conduct testimonial permit

Example

1. The new credential hasn 't helped .

2. You do not need to have a cfa upon arrival for most areas although it is a useful credential .

3. But in fact career-academy students go on to earn a postsecondary credential at the same rate as other high-school students .

4. The system might use a smart identity card , or a digital credential linked to a specific computer , and would authenticate users at a range of online services .

5. About 70 % of high-school graduates enroll in a two - or four-year college soon after finishing high school , but many never get a degree or any other credential .

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