credo
Parts of Speech: noun
Definitions:
- A statement of the beliefs or aims that guide someones actions.
- A set of religious beliefs or principles.
Pronunciations:
- US: /ˈkredoʊ/
- UK: /ˈkriːdəʊ/
Origin and Usage:
The word "credo" comes from the Latin word "credo" which means "I believe". It was first used in English in the 17th century to refer to a statement of religious beliefs. Today, the term is also used more broadly to refer to any statement of beliefs or aims that guide someones actions.
Synonyms:
- Belief statement
- Declaration of faith
- Philosophy
- Principles
Related Words:
- Acrid
- Audio
- Chord
- Cupid
- Druid
Example Sentences:
- His credo is to always tell the truth, no matter what.
- The companys credo is to put the customer first.
- The Nicene Creed is a well-known Christian credo that outlines the basic beliefs of the religion.