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Definition of believable

believable

/bɪˈliːvəbəl/
be · liev · a · ble
Adverb:believably
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• adjective

1

Capable of being believed; appearing true, probable, or likely.

Example

"The witness provided a believable account of the events that took place that evening."

2

Appearing genuine, realistic, or authentic in a dramatic, artistic, or literary portrayal.

Example

"The novelist created believable characters whose struggles resonated deeply with readers."

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• Rhymes for believable

• Nearby Words

belgrade
belief
believability
believable
believably
believe
believer

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Late Middle English from the verb 'believe' (rooted in Old English 'belyfan', meaning to have faith or confidence) combined with the suffix '-able'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Believable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/believable
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