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Meaning of believable
The primary meaning of the word "believable" is something that can be believed or is convincing.
Etymology of believable
The word "believable" comes from the Old English words "belīefan" meaning to have faith or trust in something, and the suffix "-able" which forms an adjective indicating capability or fit for something.
Synonyms
credible
plausible
convincing
realistic
trustworthy
authentic
genuine
sincere
reliable
dependable
faithful
honest
truthful
factual
accurate
verifiable
confirmed
validated
supported
evidenced
probable
likely
possible
rational
logical
reasonable
sound
solid
persuasive
compelling
persuasive
cogent
believable
creditable
tenable
defensible
justifiable
excusable
pardonable
forgivable
allowable
permissible
acceptable
tolerable
bearable
endurable
sufferable
Definitions
- Capable of being believed, credible
- * Giving the impression of being true or real, convincing
Usage Examples
- The actor's performance was believable, and the audience was fully engaged.
- * The story was so believable that it was hard to distinguish fact from fiction.
Antonyms
implausible
unconvincing
unrealistic
untrustworthy
inauthentic
fake
insincere
unreliable
undependable
unfaithful
dishonest
untrue
false
inaccurate
unverified
unconfirmed
unsupported
improbable
unlikely
impossible
irrational
illogical
unreasonable
unsound
unfounded
unpersuasive
unconvincing
implausible
far-fetched
fanciful
incredible
unbelievable
inconceivable