accredit
verb
Simple meaning
To put or bring into credit.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
uhkrehduhtIPA pronunciation (US)
əkɹɛdət
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
verb
transitive
To put or bring into credit; to invest with credit or authority; to sanction.
transitive
To ascribe; attribute; credit with.
transitive
To send with letters credential, as an ambassador, envoy, or diplomatic agent; to authorize, as a messenger or delegate.
transitiveliterally
To credit.
Ascribe an achievement to
transitive
To believe; to put trust in.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Rare
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
Aura for this meaning
This meaning: To certify as meeting a predetermined standard; to certify an educational institution as upholding the specified standards necessary for the students to advance.
This is the most common use of 'accredit' in American English, especially regarding educational institutions. It means to officially recognize that something meets certain quality standards, often for degrees or programs.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- No strong connotation
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Where you'll really hear it
College Website
“Our nursing program is fully accredited by national organizations.”
Educational Policy Discussion
“The board worked to accredit vocational schools nationwide.”
University Admissions
“Ensure the institution you choose is properly accredited.”
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Word Family
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Word family
Words built from the same root.
The act of granting credit or recognition (especially with respect to educational institution that maintains suitable standards).
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Synonyms
Sense: to put or bring into credit
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