Cred
(noun)
The belief in the ability or character of a person or organization, especially as it relates to their ability to fulfill their obligations or promises.
Origin:
Shortened from credibility, from middle english credibilite, from latin credibilitas, from credibilis ("worthy of belief, credible"), from credere ("to believ.e")
Examples:
- He has a lot of cred in the industry.
- The company's cred was damaged by the scandal.
- He lost his cred when he broke his promise.
- The company's cred was high among its customers.
- The singer's cred was established by his hit song.