Synonyms for
Creed
Definition
a set of beliefs or principles that guide someone's actions
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- religious creed
- political creed
- personal creed
- written creed
- follow a creed
- abandon a creed
- uphold the creed
Word family
noun creed
Usage note
A creed is a formal statement of religious belief. While it can be used more broadly for any set of principles, its primary association is with religion.
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Example sentences
- The school's creed emphasizes kindness and respect for others.
- My personal creed is to always work hard and never give up.
- Some people follow a religious creed while others do not.
- The company's creed is to provide excellent customer service.
- The country's creed is to provide freedom and equality for all citizens.
Quotes
The creed of the true saint is to make the best of life, to live as if life was heaven.
A creed is a way of living, not just a set of rules to follow.
The creed of a true knight is to never give up, never give in, and always fight for what is right.