credible (Meaning)

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credible (a)

capable of being believed

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(a common but incorrect usage where `credulous' would be appropriate) credulous

appearing to merit belief or acceptance

The witness provided a credible account of the accident, with clear details and a consistent timeline.
The website lacked credibility; its articles were riddled with grammatical errors and unsubstantiated claims.
The scientist presented credible evidence to support her groundbreaking theory, sparking widespread interest.
The movie's special effects were so credible, it was hard to distinguish them from reality.
The used car salesman's promises about the vehicle's condition seemed less than credible.
She searched for credible news sources to stay informed about current events.
The historical document offered a credible window into the past, providing valuable insights into the era.
The online reviews for the restaurant were mostly positive, painting a credible picture of the dining experience.
Despite his claims of innocence, the suspect lacked a credible alibi.
The teacher encouraged students to question information and seek out credible sources for their research projects.

capable of being believed, (a common but incorrect usage where `credulous' would be appropriate) credulous, appearing to merit belief or acceptance

plausible, presumptive, believable, conclusive, reliable, reasonable, possible, acceptable, likely, convincing

outlandish, impossible, doubtful, dubious, absurd, impossible, unbelievable, implausible, improbable, dubious

The witness provided a credible account of the accident, with clear details and a consistent timeline.

The website lacked credibility; its articles were riddled with grammatical errors and unsubstantiated claims.

The scientist presented credible evidence to support her groundbreaking theory, sparking widespread interest.

The movie's special effects were so credible, it was hard to distinguish them from reality.