noun
credentials
noun
1
Documents or qualifications that prove a person is who they claim to be or is qualified for a role.
"She had to show her academic credentials before the interview panel would consider her."
"The new ambassador presented her credentials to the head of state."
2
A username and password, or similar details, used to log in to a system.
"Never share your login credentials with anyone over email."
How to Use Credentials
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishProof of qualifications or identity — either on paper or, online, your login details.
Common pairings
login credentials
academic credentials
present credentials
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “credentials”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Fill the Gap
Can you complete this real example?
She had to show her academic _____ before the interview panel would consider her.