8th grade English - "cred = believe" Root Words Flashcard

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What does the root 'cred' mean?

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The root 'cred' means 'to believe'.

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What does 'discredit' mean?

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To discredit means to harm the reputation of someone or something, making it difficult to believe or trust.

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What is 'accreditation'?

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Accreditation is the process of officially recognizing a school or institution as meeting certain standards of quality.

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What does 'credible' mean?

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Credible means able to be believed; convincing.

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Who is a 'creditor'?

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A creditor is a person or institution to whom money is owed.

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What does 'incredible' mean?

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Incredible means difficult to believe; extraordinary.

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What is a 'credential'?

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A credential is a qualification, achievement, or aspect of a person's background, typically when used to indicate suitability for something.

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What does 'creed' refer to?

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A creed is a set of beliefs or aims that guide someone's actions.

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How can one 'credit' someone?

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To credit someone means to acknowledge them for their contributions or achievements.

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What does it mean to 'accredit' an institution?

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To accredit an institution means to officially recognize it as meeting certain standards.