accredit
Cross references:
1. approve
ac.cred.it \*-'kred-t\ \*-.kred-*-'ta--sh*n\ vt [F accre`diter, fr. ad- +
cre`dit credit] 1: to put (as by common consent) into a reputable category
2: to give official authorization to or approval of : 2a: to provide with
credentials; esp : to send (an envoy) with let ters of authorization 2b: to
vouch for as in conformity with a standard 2c: to recognize (an
educational institution) as maintaining standards tha t qualify the
graduates for admission to higher or more specialized institutions or for
professional practice 3: CREDIT - ac.cred.i.ta.tion n