credent Meaning, Definition & Usage

Cre"dent adjective

Etymology

. credens, -entis, p. pr. of credere to trust, believe. See Creed.

Definitions

1. Believing; giving credence; credulous. R.

   If with too credent esr you list songs. Shak.

2. Having credit or authority; credible. Obs.

   For my authority bears of a credent bulk. Shak.