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creditability

[ ˌkrɛdɪtəˈbɪlɪti ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

in financial context

The quality of being believable or trustworthy, especially in relation to financial matters. It is the level of confidence that creditors and investors have in a person, organization, or financial institution.

Synonyms

credibility, reliability, trustworthiness.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
creditability	This term is rarely used in modern English and is often considered dated or incorrect. It was historically used to mean the power or ability to gain credit. The man's high degree of creditability within the local banks allowed him to secure loans easily.
credibility	Use this word when you are talking about whether something or someone is believable or trustworthy. Often used in discussions about trust in information or personal integrity. The scientist's credibility was questioned after his experiments couldn't be replicated. Her credibility as a journalist is well-respected.

Word

Description / Examples

creditability

This term is rarely used in modern English and is often considered dated or incorrect. It was historically used to mean the power or ability to gain credit.

The man's high degree of creditability within the local banks allowed him to secure loans easily.

credibility

Use this word when you are talking about whether something or someone is believable or trustworthy. Often used in discussions about trust in information or personal integrity.

The scientist's credibility was questioned after his experiments couldn't be replicated.
Her credibility as a journalist is well-respected.

Examples of usage

His creditability was questioned after the scandal.
The company's creditability is crucial for attracting investors.
The creditability of the financial report is essential for making investment decisions.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

in general context

The quality of being trustworthy or reliable in any situation, not limited to financial matters. It refers to the ability to be believed or relied upon.

Synonyms

integrity, reliability, trustworthiness.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
creditability	Used when discussing the perceived credibility or believability of something or someone, particularly in formal or professional settings. The scientist's research has high creditability among her peers. The company's creditability was questioned after the financial scandal.
trustworthiness	Emphasizes the quality of being able to be trusted to be honest and do what is right, frequently used in personal and professional relationships. Her trustworthiness made her the perfect choice for the position. Building trustworthiness is crucial for a successful partnership.
reliability	Describes the ability of a person, product, or system to perform consistently well over time. Her reliability as an employee makes her an invaluable part of the team. The reliability of the new software was praised by users.
integrity	Refers to the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles, often used to describe someone's character. He was known for his integrity and fairness in all matters. Maintaining personal integrity is essential in leadership roles.

Examples of usage

Her creditability as a witness was crucial for the court case.
The journalist's creditability is essential for maintaining a loyal readership.
Building personal creditability takes time and consistent actions.

Translations

Translations of the word "creditability" in other languages:

🇵🇹 credibilidade

🇮🇳 विश्वसनीयता

🇩🇪 Glaubwürdigkeit

🇮🇩 kredibilitas

🇺🇦 кредитоспроможність

🇵🇱 wiarygodność

🇯🇵 信頼性 (しんらいせい)

🇫🇷 crédibilité

🇪🇸 credibilidad

🇹🇷 güvenilirlik

🇰🇷 신뢰성 (신뢰성)

🇸🇦 المصداقية

🇨🇿 důvěryhodnost

🇸🇰 dôveryhodnosť

🇨🇳 信誉 (xìnyù)

🇸🇮 verodostojnost

🇮🇸 áreiðanleiki

🇰🇿 сенімділік

🇬🇪 სანდოობა

🇦🇿 etibarlılıq

🇲🇽 credibilidad

Etymology

The word 'creditability' is derived from the noun 'creditable,' which originated in the late 16th century. 'Creditable' comes from the Latin word 'credere,' meaning 'to believe.' Over time, 'credibility' became more commonly used to convey the same meaning as 'creditability.' The concept of trustworthiness and reliability has been essential in various fields, especially in financial and personal contexts.