Added 9 October 2026
accredit
/əˈkɹɛd.ɪt/ verb
In Latin: accustor First recorded: 1610 Wiktionary
verb Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about accredit at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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Grant credentials to.
The Regents officially recognized the new educational institution
- Provide or send (envoys or embassadors) with official credentials.
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Ascribe an achievement to.
She was not properly credited in the program
Origin
* First attested in the 1610s. * From French accréditer, from à (“to”) + to credit, from crédit (“credit”). * See credit.
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