Creeds: meaning, definitions and examples

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creeds

 

[ kriːdz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

belief system

Creeds are formal statements of the beliefs or principles that are important to a particular group or organization. They are often used in religious contexts to outline the core tenets of faith.

Synonyms

doctrine, principle, tenet

Examples of usage

  • Members of the church recite the creed together during Sunday services.
  • The creed of the political party emphasizes equality and social justice.
Context #2 | Noun

personal conviction

Creeds can also refer to personal beliefs or convictions that guide an individual's actions and decisions. These creeds are often deeply held and shape a person's worldview.

Synonyms

belief, conviction, philosophy

Examples of usage

  • She lives by the creed of honesty and integrity in all her dealings.
  • His creed of hard work and perseverance has led to his success.

Translations

Translations of the word "creeds" in other languages:

🇵🇹 credos

🇮🇳 मूल सिद्धांत

🇩🇪 Glaubensbekenntnisse

🇮🇩 keyakinan

🇺🇦 віросповідання

🇵🇱 wyznania

🇯🇵 信条

🇫🇷 croyances

🇪🇸 creencias

🇹🇷 inançlar

🇰🇷 신조

🇸🇦 المعتقدات

🇨🇿 vyznání

🇸🇰 vyznania

🇨🇳 信条

🇸🇮 veroizpovedi

🇮🇸 trúarjátningar

🇰🇿 сенімдер

🇬🇪 რწმენა

🇦🇿 inanc

🇲🇽 creencias

Etymology

The word 'creed' originated from the Latin word 'credo', which means 'I believe'. Creeds have been used throughout history in various religious traditions to articulate the core beliefs of the faith. Over time, the term has also come to encompass personal beliefs and values that individuals hold dear.

See also: creed.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,641, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.