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Definition of credible

credible

/ˈkrɛd.ə.bəl/
cred · i · ble
Adverb:credibly
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credible Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Able to be believed; convincing or worthy of trust.

Example

"The defense attorney presented a credible witness whose testimony corroborated the defendant's alibi."

2

Capable of persuading people that something will happen or be successful; viable.

Example

"The opposition party struggled to put forward a credible alternative to the government's economic policy."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'credible' (believable or trustworthy) with 'credulous' (too ready to believe things; gullible) or 'creditable' (deserving public acknowledgment and praise).

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Latin 'credibilis' ('worthy to be believed'), derived from the verb 'credere' ('to believe, trust, or entrust').

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