Cred

Answer:

REP

Hint:

Think of the shorthand term for how others perceive your trustworthiness or standing in a community.

Explanation:

"Cred" is short for "credibility," which is another way of saying someone's reputation or standing. In slang, "rep" is a common abbreviation for "reputation," making it a direct and concise match. The clue plays on the informal nature of both terms, swapping a full word for its shortened, everyday equivalent.

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