Synonyms of credible

credible

adjective

ˈkre-də-bəl 

as in plausible

worthy of being accepted as true or reasonable

it's at least a credible explanation

Synonyms & Similar Words

• plausible
• probable
• compelling
• believable
• creditable
• possible
• reliable
• conclusive
• convincing
• presumptive
• likely
• reasonable
• acceptable
• effective
• persuasive
• practical
• cogent
• satisfying
• strong
• trustworthy
• decisive
• conceivable
• dependable
• forceful
• telling
• imaginable
• specious
• cogitable
• sophistic

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unlikely
• incredible
• implausible
• improbable
• unbelievable
• impossible
• doubtful
• questionable
• absurd
• ridiculous
• dubious
• outlandish
• preposterous
• fantastic
• flimsy
• far-fetched
• inconceivable
• unplausible
• uncertain
• unthinkable
• unimaginable
• skeptical
• suspicious
• suspect
• useless
• unsure
• hopeless
• unworkable

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of credible

Meteorologists said the majority of model guidance does not indicate a credible hurricane threat to California during the second week of September. — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

Technical accessibility, clear site architecture, accurate product information, credible third-party mentions and reviews all contribute to how easily a brand can be understood online. — Anastasia Shtompel, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Management has set a lower bar so an upside surprise could provide an early and credible signal of progress. — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026

Police and school security personnel ultimately determined there was no credible threat to students, staff or the community, the department said. — ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026