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creed

[kriːd]

creed Definition

  • 1a system of religious or philosophical belief; a faith
  • 2a formal statement of Christian beliefs, especially the Apostles' Creed or the Nicene Creed

Using creed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "creed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The Islamic creed is based on the teachings of the Quran.

  • Example

    The Nicene Creed is a statement of Christian faith that is widely used in liturgical worship.

  • Example

    The party's political creed emphasizes individual freedom and limited government.

  • Example

    He recited the Apostles' Creed during the church service.

creed Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with creed

  • a set of principles that embody the values of American democracy, including liberty, equality, individualism, populism, and laissez-faire

    Example

    The American Creed has been a guiding force for the country since its founding.

  • a belief system that justifies the use of violent means to achieve one's goals

    Example

    The terrorist group's creed of violence has caused widespread destruction and loss of life.

  • a belief system that promotes ignorance and anti-intellectualism

    Example

    The politician's creed of ignorance has been criticized for its rejection of scientific evidence.

Origins of creed

from Old English 'crēda', meaning 'article or statement of faith'

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Summary: creed in Brief

The term 'creed' [kriːd] refers to a system of religious or philosophical belief, exemplified by 'The Islamic creed is based on the teachings of the Quran.' It can also refer to a formal statement of Christian beliefs, such as the Apostles' Creed or the Nicene Creed. 'Creed' extends into phrases like 'American Creed,' which embodies the values of American democracy, and idioms like 'creed of violence,' which justifies the use of violent means to achieve one's goals.

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