IMPLAUSIBLE Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

implausible

adjective

(ˌ)im-ˈplȯ-zə-bəl

Definition of implausible

as in incredible

too extraordinary or improbable to believe the terrorist attacks generated a whole passel of implausible conspiracy theories that dishonor the memory of those who perished

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Recent Examples of implausible The uncomfortable implication is that the most dangerous credibility failures are not the ones where we are obviously fooled by something implausible. — Big Think, 21 Aug. 2026 But this seems implausible today, when great powers cannot even cooperate on addressing climate change, let alone the full shape of world order. — Kurt M. Campbell, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026 The idea that either could survive another four-year cycle (Messi is 39 and Ronaldo 41) and play at the 2030 World Cup seemed implausible. — Clemente Lisi, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026 On April 1st, Trump’s presence generated dark comedy and cringily implausible encounters. — Margaret Talbot, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for implausible

Recent Examples of Synonyms for implausible

Adjective

But Crow-Armstrong, through an incredible early-season approach adjustment combined with tweaks to his stance and hand placement, keeps putting on a show with his power production.

— Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
With stunning use of practical effects and an incredible lead performance, this is one of the best horror films of the 2020s.

— Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of incredible

Adjective

Those reporting her firing or the incredulous facts supporting that fiction have exhibited a complete and utter reckless disregard for the truth.

— Brian Steinberg, Variety, 4 Sep. 2026
When a boater posted footage of the new island on social media, incredulous officials thought the video was AI-generated, according to the New York Times.

— Frank Landymore, Futurism, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of incredulous

Adjective

Critics of Prop 40 have also warned California’s levy is unlikely to be a one-time deal, and the letter sees a similar levy on billionaires elsewhere.

— Jason Ma, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2026
Thrifted clothes have become an unlikely fashion flex for Hollywood’s haute couture hoarders and other trend-setters.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of unlikely

Adjective

But United's form has been unconvincing so far this term, with just four points from three games.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2026
The novelist and journalist Mary McCarthy, by contrast, is discussed at length, though her inclusion even in the second sense seems unconvincing.

— Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of unconvincing

Adjective

The agent claims to have personally witnessed Foster training for the role at an FBI fingerprinting lab, a coincidence that feels both inconceivable and difficult to invalidate beyond any shadow of a doubt.

— Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 18 Sep. 2026
The self-loathing that burns in the creators, who are willing to harm their homeland just to get applause from antisemites around the world, is inconceivable and constitutes a betrayal of the state.

— Tom Tapp, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2026

Definition of inconceivable

Adjective

That second half is unbelievable to find a way to come out with a win.

— Alex Kushel, Sun Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026
If college is defined by unbelievable disasters that become lifelong stories, then this singular tale of friendship is forged in the aftermath of connecting through a very public mistake.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of unbelievable

Adjective

The English dialogue for these films was often absurd and barely coherent, written to conform to the movements of the actors’ mouths.

— Victor Garber, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026
Correa’s contract contains a full no-trade clause, though any thought of the Astros moving him seems absurd.

— Chandler Rome, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of absurd

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