1 of 8 senses of credit

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Credit

Part of Speech: Noun

Credit is a financial term that refers to the ability of an individual or a business to obtain goods or services before payment, based on the trust that payment will be made in the future. It allows individuals and businesses to make purchases on the promise of repayment at a later date.

Sample Sentence:

- She used her credit card to buy the new laptop.

- The store offers interest-free credit for up to six months.

Part of Speech: Verb

Credit, as a verb, means to acknowledge or attribute something to someone or something. It involves recognizing a person's contribution, allowing for incentives, or acknowledging the importance or value of something.

Sample Sentence:

- The professor credited the student's hard work for their excellent performance.

- The success of the project can be credited to the teamwork of the entire team.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Credit, as an adjective, describes something or someone who is considered trustworthy, reliable, or deserving recognition for their achievements.

Sample Sentence:

- The company only collaborates with credit suppliers.

- John is a credit employee who always delivers exceptional results.

Part of Speech: Verb (Local usage)

In a local context, to credit can refer to the act of publicly recognizing someone's contributions or efforts within a particular community or setting.

Sample Sentence:

- The mayor decided to credit local artists by displaying their artwork in the town's gallery.