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 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 Key comes off his best season to date, leading the program to nine wins for the first time since 2016, maintaining a plausible shot at the College Football Playoff until late November and ending the season with a narrow bowl game loss to BYU. — CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026 One of the most important indicators that this path is plausible is how hard Beijing is working to thwart it. — Kurt M. Campbell, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for plausible

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Kuk and especially Kodelja shine with naturalistic charm in this delicate two-hander, their easy chemistry making credible the rapport between Maruša’s grungy cynic and Alja’s snuggie-wearing neurotic.

— Beatrice Loayza, Variety, 22 Aug. 2026
Officers found the threat was not credible, and no weapons were found.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of credible

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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

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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

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