credible
Often confused with credulous
- 1Likely to be true and easy to believe.
Like a story that fits all the facts, so you believe it.
His story was credible enough that nobody questioned it.
Scientists found the new theory credible after they reviewed the data.
Similarplausible, believable, convincing, likely, reasonable
Oppositeimplausible, unbelievable, unconvincing
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- 2Able to be trusted to be honest and reliable.
Like a friend who always does what they promise.
The newspaper is a credible source for election results.
Voters wanted a credible leader who would keep promises.
Similarreliable, trustworthy, reputable, dependable
Oppositeunreliable, untrustworthy, disreputable
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- 3Seeming real and true, so people are convinced.
Like an actor so good you forget they are acting.
The actor gave a credible performance as a grieving father.
Her painting of the storm felt credible and almost alive.
Similarconvincing, believable, persuasive, realistic, authentic
Oppositeunconvincing, unbelievable, unrealistic
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Origin
From Latin crēdibilis, meaning "worthy of belief", from crēdō "believe". It came into English through Middle French.