Plausible

Pronunciation: /ˈplɔːzəbəl/

Definitions of plausible

adjective seeming reasonable or probable; believable

Example Sentences

A1 It is plausible that the sun will rise tomorrow.

A2 The detective came up with a plausible explanation for the crime.

B1 The scientist presented a plausible theory to explain the phenomenon.

B2 The witness gave a plausible account of what happened at the scene.

C1 The historian provided a plausible interpretation of the ancient text.

C2 The politician's speech was filled with plausible promises, but few concrete plans.

Examples of plausible in a Sentence

formal The scientist presented a plausible explanation for the phenomenon.

informal It seems plausible that we will finish the project on time.

slang I don't find it plausible that he will show up to the party.

figurative Her excuse was so far-fetched, it was barely plausible.

Grammatical Forms of plausible

• past tense: plausibly
• plural: plausibles
• comparative: more plausible
• superlative: most plausible
• present tense: plausible
• future tense: will be plausible
• perfect tense: has been plausible
• continuous tense: is being plausible
• singular: plausible
• positive degree: plausible
• infinitive: to be plausible
• gerund: plausibly
• participle: plausible

Origin and Evolution of plausible

First Known Use: 1565 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'plausible' originated from the Latin word 'plausibilis', which is derived from 'plaudere' meaning 'to applaud or approve'.

Evolution of the word: Originally, 'plausible' meant worthy of applause or approval. Over time, it evolved to mean seemingly reasonable or convincing, but not necessarily true.