A person who shows favoritism, discrimination, or bias based on religious belief.
A credist treats people differently depending on what they believe—or don't believe.
Origin:
From Latin credo ("I believe") + suffix -ist (one who practices or believes).
Created as the religious equivalent of “racist” or “misogynist.”
Related terms:
Credism (n.), Credist behavior (adj.)
A credist treats people differently depending on what they believe—or don't believe.
Origin:
From Latin credo ("I believe") + suffix -ist (one who practices or believes).
Created as the religious equivalent of “racist” or “misogynist.”
Related terms:
Credism (n.), Credist behavior (adj.)
My teacher gave better grades to students who followed her religion. Total credist move.
You don’t have to believe in the same thing to be respectful. Don’t be a credist.
He’s not just religious—he’s a credist. There’s a big difference.
You don’t have to believe in the same thing to be respectful. Don’t be a credist.
He’s not just religious—he’s a credist. There’s a big difference.
by TheVex2010 April 7, 2025
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