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Meaning of creed

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

creed

Pronunciation:/kɹiːd//kɹid/

noun

Definitions

  1. That which is believed; accepted doctrine, especially religious doctrine; a particular set of beliefs; any summary of principles or opinions professed or adhered to.

  2. (specifically) A reading or statement of belief that summarizes the faith it represents; a confession of faith for public use, especially one which is brief and comprehensive.

    Example: A creed is a manifesto of religious or spiritual beliefs

  3. The fact of believing; belief, faith.

verb

Definitions

  1. (only survives in "creeded") To believe; to credit.

  2. To provide with a creed.