credence

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   Acceptance of a belief or claim as true, especially on the basis of evidence.
2. 2
   Credential or supporting material for a person or claim.
3. 3
   A small table or credenza used in certain Christian religious services.
4. 4
   A cupboard, sideboard, or cabinet, particularly one intended for the display of rich vessels or plate on open shelves.
5. 5
   A subjective probability estimate of a belief or claim.

Verb

1. 1
   To give credence to; to believe.