credible
Translation
credible, believable, trustworthy, plausible
Examples
She gave a credible explanation for her absence.
She gave a credible explanation for her absence.
He is a credible witness in the case.
He is a credible witness in the case.
Grammar Patterns
credible ((noun)) believable or trustworthy a credible witness
Similar Words
Synonyms: believable, plausible, convincing; Antonyms: incredible, unbelievable
Etymology
From Latin 'credere' (to believe) plus the suffix '-ibilis' (able to be). Literally 'able to be believed'.
Memory Tips
If something is 'credible', you can give it 'credit'. The '-ible' suffix means 'able to be'.