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Reliance on the truth of something said or done; faith; trust.

Recognition and respect.

Example: He arrived five minutes late, but to his credit he did work an extra ten minutes at the end of his shift.

Acknowledgement of a contribution, especially in the performing arts.

Example: She received a singing credit in last year's operetta.

(television/film, usually in the plural) Written titles and other information about the TV program or movie shown at the beginning and/or end of the TV program or movie.

Example: They kissed, and then the credits rolled.

To believe; to put credence in.

Example: Someone said there were over 100,000 people there, but I can't credit that.

To add to an account.

Example: Credit accounts receivable with the amount of the invoice.

To acknowledge the contribution of.

Example: Credit the point guard with another assist.

To bring honour or repute upon; to do credit to; to raise the estimation of.