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plausible

adjective

Apparently reasonable and credible, and therefore convincing

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Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
P
Ends with
E
Contains
LA
Scrabble score
13
CEFR level
B2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈplɔːz.ɪ.bəl

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. Apparently reasonable and credible, and therefore convincing

    “A plausible excuse”

adjective

  1. Given to or characterized by presenting specious arguments

    “A plausible liar”

In context

Example Sentences

A plausible excuse
A plausible liar

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