Definitions

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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“This year’s IPO class suggests investors are willing to fund growth, but only when supported by credible business models and durable competitive advantages,” said Rabe.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Czech 26th seed Mensik has long been earmarked as a talent who can provide a credible challenge to the duopoly of Sinner and Alcaraz.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

No doubt, the show had made mistakes and errors of judgment over time, while some of its leaders had faced credible accusations of heinous misdeeds and staff mistreatment.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

“Any credible breakthrough and the return to normal export conditions from the Middle East could gradually drive crude prices to the downside, although ongoing disruptions continue to support prices,” he adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

“We were losing the ability to make credible commitments, for we could no longer guarantee congressional approval.”

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin

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