What is the meaning of credible?

adjective

  • Capable of being believed.
    • usage: "completely credible testimony"; "credible information"
  • A common but incorrect usage where `credulous' would be appropriate. ( credulous)
    • usage: "she was not the... Credible fool he expected"
  • Appearing to merit belief or acceptance.
    • usage: "a credible witness"
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