PLAUSIBLE Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

plausible

adjective

ˈplȯ-zə-bəl

Definition of plausible

as in credible

worthy of being accepted as true or reasonable it's a plausible explanation for the demise of that prehistoric species

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Recent Examples of plausible In April, The Athletic reported that a move by United for Baleba was highly plausible, with expectations that the fee would be much lower. — Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026 That’s a pretty specific number; the intelligence community almost never issues such precise figures, instead offering ranges of plausible guesses. — Tom Nichols, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2026 Based on the current fill-in rotation, Isola and Mina Kimes would be among the most plausible candidates. — Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2026 The investigative reporter who previously reignited worries worldwide about nuclear war has this time unfurled a terrifyingly plausible scenario in which weaponized pathogens quickly wipe out humanity. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for plausible

Recent Examples of Synonyms for plausible

Adjective

While independence allows central bankers to make decisions without short-term political interference from presidents wanting to juice the economy, credible external scrutiny helps provide the democratic legitimacy for that independence.

— Paul Wachtel, The Conversation, 28 Aug. 2026
The difference is that EB-1A rewards objective distinction, while NIW rewards a persuasive national-interest case tied to a credible plan.

— Lorraine D'Alessio, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of credible

Adjective

The first term may make the second plausible, compatible or even probable, but plausibility is not identity, compatibility is not implication, probability is not necessity, and similarity of appearance is not proof of sameness of nature.

— Hamilton Mann, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Officially, probable 2028 POTUS candidate Newsom’s office did not have anything to say about any deal or the end of any deal on SB 122.

— Dominic Patten, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of probable

Adjective

Choose one repeatable step, book it into your calendar, and let consistency make the plan more possible.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
Lawmakers in Canada, in an effort to be diplomatic, had rescinded that Online Streaming Act to get more favorable terms on a possible cross-border trade and tariffs deal.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of possible

Adjective

Her brand-strategy background, paired with Ennismore’s hotel know-how (Luura is part of its Morgans Originals collection), makes for a pretty compelling combination.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Deep-sea expeditions offer access to a form of adventure that is both universally compelling and all but unreachable.

— Brett Berk, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2026