credence

1. N-UNCOUNT If something lends or gives credence to a theory or story, it makes it easier to believe. 信任[正式]

Good studies are needed to lend credence to the notion that genuine progress can be made in this important field. 要有優秀的研究才能使人相信在這一重大領域能取得真正的進步。

2. N-UNCOUNT If you give credence to a theory or story, you believe it. 相信[正式]

You're surely not giving any credence to this story of Hythe's?

你真的一點都不相信關於海斯的這個故事嗎？