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

The launch is the inaugural step in Shiseido’s bigger strategy of building a credible reputation in fragrances for Max Mara, as executives teased other launches are on the way. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026

For the record, there has never been a credible academic argument that even direct remuneration to stablecoin holders would deplete bank deposits. — Omid Malekan, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026

The Kowalczyk ruling said the only bail-ineligible charges are those that involve credible threats of bodily harm and capital offenses. — Evelyn Ronan, Sacbee.com, 20 Aug. 2026

There are talented and credible people working on this city-altering project like co-founder Jim Schnorf and Barry Larkin, the Hall of Fame baseball player who played for the Cincinnati Reds. — Bradley D. Blum, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026