plausible

Definition

  • adjective: possibly true
  • adjective: superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious
  • synonyms: specious, praiseworthy, commendable

Examples

  • I thought her explanation was perfectly/entirely/completely 'plausible'. [=I believed her explanation]

  • a 'plausible' [='possible'] conclusion

  • a 'plausible' excuse

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