Credentials
/krəˈdɛnʃəlz/noun
Documents or qualifications proving a person's identity or competence.
Did you know?The root of 'credentials' suggests an ancient practice of establishing trustworthiness, often linked to sacred rites or oaths in different cultures.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
credentia
“a belief or trust, often used in the context of faith.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
credentialis
“pertaining to belief or trustworthiness.”
Old French
Old French
credencial
“a document proving one's trustworthiness or right to something.”
Middle English
Middle English
credenziale
“a formal document establishing identity or qualifications.”
Modern English
English
credentials
“official documents that assure someone's qualifications or identity.”