a. [ . credens, -entis, p. pr. of credere to trust, believe. See Creed. ]
If with too credent ear you list songs. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
For my authority bears of a credent bulk. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. [ Cf. It. credenziale, fr. LL. credentia. See Credence. ] Giving a title or claim to credit or confidence; accrediting. [ 1913 Webster ]
Their credential letters on both sides. Camden. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ Cf. It. credenziale. ]
The committee of estates excepted against the credentials of the English commissioners. Whitelocke. [ 1913 Webster ]
Had they not shown undoubted credentials from the Divine Person who sent them on such a message. Addison.
adj. having an official document certifying fitness for a particular task.