credo

[kree-doh, krey-]

noun

plural

credos 

1. (often initial capital letter),  the Apostles' Creed or the Nicene Creed.

2. (often initial capital letter),  a musical setting of the creed, usually of the Nicene Creed.

3. any creed or formula of belief.

   Synonyms: philosophy, tenet, doctrine

Credo

¹

/ ˈkreɪ-, ˈkriːdəʊ /

noun

1. the Apostles' Creed or the Nicene Creed

2. a musical setting of the Creed

credo

²

/ ˈkreɪ-, ˈkriːdəʊ /

noun

1. any formal or authorized statement of beliefs, principles, or opinions

Word History and Origins

Origin of credo¹

1150–1200; Middle English < Latin: literally, I believe; first word of the Apostles' and Nicene Creeds in Latin

Word History and Origins

Origin of credo¹

C12: from Latin, literally: I believe; first word of the Apostles' and Nicene Creeds

Example Sentences

Treating people based on their merits rather than their status or sensibilities is the renewed American credo.

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All of these sports have their own history and methods; specific forms, procedures and even credos that those who take up the fight swear by.

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“Movin’ Out” wants us to believe that success is for suckers, which is somehow a credo he’s continued to sell — and we’ve continued to buy — through his ascent to the uppermost reaches of pop culture.

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But I felt it was most important to highlight the range of Puritan credos she discusses, which best convey the full power of her argument.

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Domínguez’s coffin was draped in purple fabric, a testament to her feminist credo.

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Related Words

• creed 
• philosophy 
• tenet