Meaning & Definition of word "Plausible"

Plausible

/ˈplɔː.zə.bəl/

1. seeming reasonable or probable
- Example: Her explanation for being late was plausible, so I decided to believe her.
2. capable of being believed; credible
- Example: The scientist presented a plausible theory that could explain the phenomenon.
3. appearing worthy of belief or acceptance
- Example: While his story was entertaining, it lacked any plausible basis in fact.

●from Latin 'plausibilis', meaning 'worthy of applause'.

a plausible excuse:

an excuse that seems reasonable.

plausible deniability:

the ability to deny knowledge of or responsibility for any damnable actions committed by others in an organizational hierarchy.

plausible theory:

a theory that appears to be reasonable and credible.

implausible:

not seeming reasonable or probable; failing to convince.

extrapolate:

to extend the application of a method or conclusion to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue.

Meaning: plausibly

● Example Sentence: He told the story plausibly enough to convince the crowd.

Meaning: plausible tension

● Example Sentence: There was a palpable, plausible tension in the room before the announcement.