Synonyms of plausible
5 similar words · 4 opposite words
Another word for plausible is credible. Other synonyms of plausible are believable, specious and reasonable. The opposite of plausible is unbelievable.
Synonyms and similar words for plausible
adjectiveSeemingly or apparently valid, likely, or acceptable; conceivably true or likely.
- credibleBelievable or plausible.
- believableCapable of being believed; credible.
- reasonable
- tenable
- speciousSeemingly well-reasoned, plausible or true, but actually fallacious.
Opposite of plausible
adjectiveSeemingly or apparently valid, likely, or acceptable; conceivably true or likely.
- implausibleNot plausible; unlikely; dubious.
- incredible
- unbelievableImplausible or improbable.
- far-fetched
Meaning of plausible
- adjective Seemingly or apparently valid, likely, or acceptable; conceivably true or likely.
- adjective Obtaining approbation; specifically pleasing; apparently right; specious.
- adjective Worthy of being applauded; praiseworthy; commendable; ready.
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Questions about synonyms of plausible
- What is another word for plausible?
- Plausible has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as credible, believable, specious and reasonable.
- What is the opposite of plausible?
- The opposite of plausible is unbelievable. Other antonyms of plausible are implausible and incredible.
- What does plausible mean?
- Plausible means seemingly or apparently valid, likely, or acceptable; conceivably true or likely.
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