vt to give credence to; to believe.
2. credence ·noun that which gives a claim to credit, belief, or confidence; as, a letter of credence.
3. credence ·noun reliance of the mind on evidence of facts derived from other sources than personal knowledge; belief; credit; confidence.
4. credence ·noun the small table by the side of the altar or communion table, on which the bread and wine are placed before being consecrated.
5. credence ·noun a cupboard, sideboard, or cabinet, particularly one intended for the display of rich vessels or plate, and consisting chiefly of open shelves for that purpose.