credible

[kred-uh-buhl] / ˈkrɛd ə bəl /

ADJECTIVE

believable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

conceivable conclusive creditable dependable good-faith honest plausible rational reasonable reliable satisfactory satisfying sincere solid trustworthy valid

WEAK

aboveboard colorable determinative honest-to-God honest-to-goodness imaginable likely possible probable probably seeming sound straight supposable tenable thinkable trusty up front

Antonyms

STRONGEST

deceptive dishonest implausible irresponsible unacceptable unbelievable undependable unreasonable unreliable unsound untrustworthy

WEAK

impossible improbable inconceivable incredible unimaginable unlikely untenable

Example Sentences

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In a statement, Space Capital described orbital data centers becoming viewed as a credible idea the “most significant structural shift of the quarter.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

“We require all our vendors to regularly conduct testing for restricted substances, including PFAS, by credible third-party agencies to confirm ongoing compliance.”

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Det Con David Stubbs told LBC that Slater had connections with some rich and famous people and, due to this, she was able to convince her victims she had "credible access" to the tickets.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

An UMA spokesman said there was no credible evidence of manipulation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Bobby remained resolute in his views, even though almost all grandmasters and many other members of the chess fraternity insisted that his accusations had no credible foundation.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

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