credence
/ˈkɹidəns/
belief in or acceptance of something as true
credence in a sentence
“The theory gained credence after new evidence emerged.”
Origin of credence
Latin credentia belief (from credere to believe, trust)
Related Words
faith
complete trust or confidence; strong religious belief
fidelity
faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief
allegiance
loyalty or commitment to a group or cause
devotion
love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for something
fealty
formal acknowledgment of loyalty to a lord
credibility
the quality of being trusted and believed in