Believable

bɪˈliːvəbl

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Capable of being believed; plausible or credible.
Her explanation of the events was so detailed that it seemed believable.
Not likely to be thought of as false or improbable.
He gave a believable account of what happened during the storm.
Convincing enough to be accepted as true.
The actors delivered their lines with such conviction that the story felt completely believable.

Etymology

From believe + able

Common Phrases and Expressions

hard to believe:
difficult to accept as true.
believable explanation:
a reason or story that can reasonably be accepted.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Legit
That story sounds legit.
On the level
He's on the level; you can trust what he says.