CEFR B2

plausibility

noun

Meaning

The quality of seeming reasonable or probable; the likelihood of being true or valid.

Examples

The detective questioned the plausibility of the suspect's alibi, which seemed too perfect.
Despite its fantastical elements, the film maintained a certain emotional plausibility.

Synonyms: believability, credibility, likelihood, verisimilitude

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plausibility (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌplɔːzəˈbɪləti/

Definition

The quality of seeming reasonable or probable; the likelihood of being true or valid.

Examples

The detective questioned the plausibility of the suspect's alibi, which seemed too perfect.
Despite its fantastical elements, the film maintained a certain emotional plausibility.
Scientists are still debating the plausibility of life existing on other planets.

How to Use plausibility

the plausibility of something (prepositional phrase): The degree to which something seems reasonable or true. — "We need to examine the plausibility of these claims carefully."

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