Origin: Latin suffix -al
Credential has 4 different meanings across 1 category:
a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts
"The security guard refused me entry until I produced my university credential to prove my enrollment status."
documentary or electronic evidence that a person has certain status or privileges
"The security guard stopped me from entering because I couldn't produce my employee credential at the turnstile."
to furnish with credentials
"The university will not enroll him until he furnishes his application with proper academic credentials."
Pertaining to or serving as an introduction or recommendation (to someone).
"She used her old friend's letter of credential to gain a warm welcome at the exclusive club."