believable

/ˈbɛl.ɪ.və.bəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

worthy of belief; believable or plausible

“The jury found the story believable and decided to drop the charges.”

2. noun

a believable or plausible thing

“The believable tale of a hero who saved the city inspired many people.”

3. adverb

in a believable way

“She performed the role believable and to the audience’s delight.”

4. verb

to make believable or credible

“The evidence was gathered to make the suspect’s alibi believable.”

Synonyms

  • credible
  • plausible
  • trustworthy

Antonyms

  • unbelievable
  • untrustworthy