creed
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/kriːd/
belief system
Etymology
Etymology Information
'creed' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'crēda,' which was derived from Latin 'credo,' meaning 'I believe.'
Historical Evolution
'crēda' transformed into the Middle English word 'crede,' and eventually became the modern English word 'creed.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a statement of belief,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a formal statement of religious beliefs or principles.
The Nicene Creed is recited during the service.
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Noun 2
a set of beliefs or aims that guide someone's actions.
His personal creed is to always help those in need.
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