as in sincerity
the quality of being believed or accepted as true, real, or honest
The new evidence lends credibility to their theory. The scandal damaged her credibility as an honest politician. They doubted the credibility of the witness's story.
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Recent Examples of credibility
Still, the branding expert argued that credibility hinges on sustained success.
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Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Having both the original star and original creator attached gave the project significant credibility with the target audience and fit Disney’s early Disney+ strategy of leveraging beloved catalog IP to drive subscriber growth.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
Such positions that demand administrative depth often don’t build the consultative credibility needed to become an HR business partner, which uses a different skill set.
—Ruth Umoh, Fortune, 9 Mar. 2026
A matter of trust In the art market, credibility is everything.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
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Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Having both the original star and original creator attached gave the project significant credibility with the target audience and fit Disney’s early Disney+ strategy of leveraging beloved catalog IP to drive subscriber growth.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
Such positions that demand administrative depth often don’t build the consultative credibility needed to become an HR business partner, which uses a different skill set.
—Ruth Umoh, Fortune, 9 Mar. 2026
A matter of trust In the art market, credibility is everything.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for credibility
Noun
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Her stylistic choices are warm, unique, and grounded in sincerity.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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While fashion has a long history of subverting religious motifs, Spradlin said the colors reflect a shift to sincerity, adding that Gen Z and millennials are outpacing older cohorts in church attendance.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Aim for clear headlines and concise notes, and agree on timelines to ensure your reputation reflects focus and reliability.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
15 Mar. 2026
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In an effort to strengthen the long-term reliability of Connecticut’s freight rail network, the Connecticut Department of Transportation awarded $20 million in grants through the Rail Freight Infrastructure Program.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2026
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.—
Bradley Gitz,
Arkansas Online,
16 Mar. 2026
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Rather, the luxurious material softens and molds to your feet over time without losing its structural integrity.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2026
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There is an emphatic truthfulness to the story and the performances that anchor it, which is both refreshing and innovative.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Mar. 2026
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Some people thought the character was too much, but Danica managed to make her just that without losing the truthfulness, and the ending wouldn’t have worked without that.—
Annika Pham,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2026
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Its massive 60mm Eclipse dual drivers give you high-fidelity 24-bit audio, while the flip-to-mute mic offers broadcast-quality voice accuracy.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
17 Mar. 2026
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But [there are] accuracy issues, decision-making issues.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
17 Mar. 2026
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Yes, the glossy aesthetic occasionally dulls the impact of the director’s more tactile sensibilities, and a few script contrivances stretch believability.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
26 Jan. 2026
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There was Elba’s endless charisma and believability, as well as the continuous rush of tension and surprise, which kept the entire seven-episode arc afloat.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
14 Jan. 2026
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Yet the director, Vanessa Caswill, stages it all with a tenderly forlorn Middle American plausibility.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
11 Mar. 2026
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The charge gained credibility — or at least plausibility — because some of the highest profile neocons were Jewish.—
Andrew Silow-Carroll,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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And succeeding as a leader in America today takes not only a special person with traits like authenticity and trustworthiness, but also a support system that is increasingly elusive — from the halls of Congress to the football gridiron.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
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For a student manager — someone who typically receives no compensation, though some can earn scholarships — to land that kind of recognition speaks to the power of authenticity and timing in the creator economy.—
Ryan Brennan
March 16,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Credibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/credibility. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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