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Meaning of plausibly
The primary meaning of the word "plausibly" is in a way that is believable or convincing.
Etymology of plausibly
The word "plausibly" originates from the Latin word "plausibilis," meaning "deserving applause" or "praiseworthy," which is derived from "plaudere," meaning "to applaud" or "to praise."
Historically, the word has evolved to convey a sense of believability or convincingness, rather than its original meaning related to praise or applause.
Synonyms
believably
credibly
convincingly
reasonably
logically
rationally
sensibly
feasibly
apparently
seemingly
presumably
probably
likely
potentially
possibly
justifiably
defensibly
explainably
excusably
justifiably
vindicably
accountably
tenably
arguably
defendably
supportably
persuasively
convincingly
authentically
genuinely
realistically
naturally
normally
customarily
usually
commonly
ordinarily
Definitions
- In a way that is believable or convincing, although not necessarily true
- * In a way that is reasonable or acceptable
Usage Examples
- The suspect's alibi sounded plausibly, but the police were not convinced.
- * The theory is plausibly supported by the available data, but more research is needed.
- * The company's explanation for the delay seemed plausibly at first, but it was later revealed to be false.
Antonyms
improbably
improbably
unbelievably
unconvincingly
illogically
irrationally
unreasonably
infeasibly
implausibly
incredibly
unbelievably
unacceptably
unjustifiably
indefensibly
inexplicably
inexcusably
unjustly
unaccountably
untenably
unbearably
unconscionably
unacceptably