credible

Able to be believed because it seems true or possible.

• Her story sounds credible.
• The police found no credible evidence.
• Can you offer a credible explanation for the missing money?

Similar words: believable, plausible

Opposites: incredible, implausible

Common phrases: credible evidence, credible explanation, credible threat

Deserving trust because it is honest, reliable, or accurate.

• Use a credible source.
• We need advice from someone credible.
• The report draws on several credible sources.

Similar words: trustworthy, reliable, dependable

Opposites: unreliable, untrustworthy

Common phrases: credible source, credible expert, credible information

Seeming real or natural, especially in a performance or description.

• She gave a credible performance.
• The actor made the character credible.
• Their dialogue creates a credible picture of family life.

Similar words: convincing, realistic, authentic

Opposites: unconvincing

Common phrases: credible performance, credible acting, credible portrayal