<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>The act of acquiring, especially the gaining of knowledge or mental attributes.</li><li>Something that is acquired, especially an acquired ability or attainment.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used without object)<ul><li>To believe; put confidence in; have faith in; trust.</li><li>To bring honor, esteem, etc., to; reflect well upon.</li></ul></li><li>(used with object)<ul><li>To enter upon the credit side of an account; give credit for or to.</li></ul></li><li>(Education)<ul><li>To award educational credits to (often followed by with): They credited me with three hours in history.</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Verb Phrase</strong></p><ul><li>To ascribe to a (thing, person, etc.): In former times many herbs were credited with healing powers.</li></ul>