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

Canceling work makes your priorities credible and gives the team a manageable next step. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026

State disciplinary authorities should proactively examine credible allegations of attorney misconduct and hold lawyers accountable. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 6 Nov. 2026

For Ghatora, the next challenge is ensuring that the products entering this space are backed by credible science. — Amy Francombe, Vogue, 6 Nov. 2026

Families need credible explanations, timely information and opportunities to ask questions. — Olayinka Stephen Ilesanmi, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2026