credence
//ˈkriːdəns//
Noun
credenceSingular
credencesPlural
1
Belief in or acceptance of something as true.
The new evidence gave credence to her theory.
2
The quality of being believable or worthy of trust.
The scientist's research added credence to the theory.
3
A small side table or shelf used in a church to hold the elements of the Eucharist before consecration.
The priest placed the bread and wine on the credence before the service began.