believable (B1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /bəˈliːvəbəl/
Definition
Able to be believed; convincing or plausible.
Examples
Her explanation for being late was barely believable.
The special effects in the movie were incredibly believable.
He gave a believable performance as a grieving father.
How to Use believable
- believable explanation (collocation)
- A reason or account that seems convincing and true. — "She offered a believable explanation for her absence."
- believable story (collocation)
- A narrative that seems plausible and true. — "The witness provided a believable story of what happened."
- believable performance (collocation)
- An acting or artistic presentation that is convincing and realistic. — "The actor's believable performance earned him an award."
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