n. Function: noun
1
Synonyms: BELIEF 1, credence, faith
Related Words: confidence, reliance, trust
2
Synonyms: INFLUENCE 1, authority, prestige, weight
Related Words: fame, renown, reputation, repute
Contrasted Words: disrepute, ignominy, obloquy, opprobrium
Antonyms: discredit
3 one that enhances another FF1C; he is a credit to his family FF1E;
Synonyms: asset
Related Words: honor
4 favorable notice or attention resulting from an action or achievement FF1C; took all the credit for the idea FF1E;
Synonyms: acknowledgment, recognition
Related Words: attention, notice; distinction, fame, honor; glory, kudos