Creditable

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈkrɛdɪtəbəl/

Definitions of creditable

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun; in this case, 'creditable' describes something that is worthy of praise or recognition

Example Sentences

A1 The student's effort on the project is creditable.

A2 She received a creditable score on her English exam.

B1 His work on the presentation was creditable, but there is room for improvement.

B2 The company's performance during the economic downturn was creditable.

C1 The author's latest novel is considered highly creditable by literary critics.

C2 The scientist's groundbreaking research is widely regarded as creditable in the field.

Examples of creditable in a Sentence

formal The research conducted by the team is highly creditable and contributes significantly to the field.

informal Your efforts in completing the project on time are quite creditable.

slang She did a really creditable job on her presentation.

figurative His dedication to his craft is truly creditable, like a shining beacon of excellence.

Grammatical Forms of creditable

past tense

credited

plural

credibles

comparative

more creditable

superlative

most creditable

present tense

credit

future tense

will credit

perfect tense

have credited

continuous tense

is crediting

singular

creditable

positive degree

creditable

infinitive

to credit

gerund

crediting

participle

credited

Origin and Evolution of creditable

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'creditable' has its origins in Latin, derived from the word 'credere' meaning 'to believe' or 'to trust'.
Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe something worthy of belief or trust, the word 'creditable' has evolved to also mean something deserving of praise or recognition.