Credence
WordNet
noun
(1) A kind of sideboard or buffet
(2) The mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true
"He gave credence to the gossip"
"Acceptance of Newtonian mechanics was unquestioned for 200 years"
WiktionaryText
Noun
- Acceptance of a belief or claim as true, especially on the basis of evidence.
- Based on the scientific data, I give credence to this hypothesis.
- Credential or supporting material for a person or claim.
- He presented us with a letter of credence.
- A small table or credenza used in certain Christian religious services.