creed
noun · verb
Simple meaning
That which is believed.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
kreedIPA pronunciation (US)
ˈkɹid
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.
noun
That which is believed; accepted doctrine, especially religious doctrine; a particular set of beliefs; any summary of principles or opinions professed or adhered to.
specificallyreligion
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.
verb
intransitive
To provide with a creed.
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
Aura for this meaning
This meaning: That which is believed; accepted doctrine, especially religious doctrine; a particular set of beliefs; any summary of principles or opinions professed or adhered to.
Used this way, creed is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. This is a religious use: it carries the weight of tradition and ceremony.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Matter-of-fact
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Where it naturally appears
- Religion/spirituality
- Historical writing
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More ways to use creed
- “The group's creed emphasizes kindness and community service.”
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Synonyms
Sense: that which is believed
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