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krɪˈdɛnʃ(ə)l/
n.
- a qualification, achievement, etc., especially when used to indicate a person's suitability for something.
- a letter of introduction given by a government to an ambassador before a new posting.
Derivative
- credentialed adj. (chiefly N. Amer.).
Etymology
ME (as an adj.): from med. L. credentialis, from credentia (see credence).