Credited
/ˈkrɛdɪtɪd/
Definitions
- (v. (past tense and past participle)) Acknowledged or recorded as having a specified quality, merit, or attribute, often in financial or legal contexts such as accounting or lending.
The funds were credited to the client's account following the settlement.
- (v. (past tense and past participle)) Recognized as the author or source of a work or statement in legal documentation or citation.
The judge credited the expert witness for the thorough analysis in the ruling.
Forms
- credit
- credits
- crediting
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Commentary
Often used in financial and evidentiary contexts, 'credited' reflects acknowledgment or recognition; legal drafters should ensure clarity whether it refers to accounting entries or attribution of sources.
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