credential
adjective
cre·den·tial
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Definition of credential
(Entry 1 of 3)
: warranting credit or confidence
—used chiefly in the phrase credential letters
credential
nounDefinition of credential (Entry 2 of 3)
1
: something that gives a title to credit or confidence
also
: qualification sense 3a
the applicant with the best credentials
2
credentials plural
: testimonials or certified documents showing that a person is entitled to credit or has a right to exercise official power
a doctor's credentials
3
: certificate, diploma