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    Credibilidad (en. Credibility)

    /kɾeðibiliˈðað/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The ability to be believed or accepted.
    The credibility of the information source is fundamental for research.
    La credibilidad de la fuente de información es fundamental para la investigación.
    The level of trust granted to a person or entity.
    The credibility of the witness was questioned during the trial.
    La credibilidad del testigo fue cuestionada durante el juicio.
    The quality of statements or claims of being true.
    The credibility of the report was affected by lack of evidence.
    La credibilidad del informe se vio afectada por la falta de evidencia.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'credibilitas', which derives from 'credibilis' meaning 'believable'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to lose credibility
    To stop being credible or trustworthy.
    perder credibilidad
    to increase credibility
    To enhance the trust or acceptance one has for someone or something.
    aumentar la credibilidad
    to maintain credibility
    To preserve the ability to be credible over time.
    mantener la credibilidad

    Related Words

    credible
    That which can be believed or is worthy of trust.
    creíble
    credulity
    Willingness to believe easily or without basis.
    credulidad

    Slang Meanings

    To believe in things that are said without doubt.
    That story is very exaggerating, but there are people who buy it without questioning its credibility.
    Esa historia es muy exagerada, pero hay gente que la compra sin cuestionar su credibilidad.
    The reputation one has on the street.
    If you keep telling lies, you will lose all your credibility in the neighborhood.
    Si sigues diciendo mentiras, perderás toda tu credibilidad en el barrio.