Definitions

1. noun

The act of trusting or relying on someone or something; a favor or kindness granted.

“She gave him credit for helping her with the project.”

2. noun

A statement or declaration that something is true, especially a formal or official one.

“The company’s financial credit report revealed a history of poor management.”

3. noun

A sum of money lent or given to someone, especially by a bank, usually for a specific purpose.

“He took out a credit to buy his first car.”

4. noun

A person’s or organization’s reputation for being reliable or trustworthy.

“The company’s good credit helped them secure a major contract.”

5. verb

To give someone credit or praise for something.

“The teacher credited the student for coming up with the idea.”

6. verb

To take or claim credit for something, especially unfairly.

“He was accused of trying to credit himself for someone else’s work.”

7. verb

To add or record a payment, especially on a bank statement.

“She credited her account with the amount of the refund.”

8. verb

To allow or enable something, especially a service or a feature, to be used or accessed.

“The app credits you with extra features if you subscribe to the premium version.”

9. verb

To be worthy of praise or recognition for something.

“She credited her success to her hard work and determination.”