credibility

[ kred-uh-bil-i-tee ]

noun

1. the quality of being believable or worthy of trust:

   After all those lies, his credibility was at a low ebb.

credibility

/ ˌkrɛdɪˈbɪlɪtɪ /

noun

1. the quality of being believed or trusted

Other Words From

• noncred·i·bili·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of credibility¹

First recorded in 1570–80; from Late Latin crēdibilitās, equivalent to Latin crēdibili(s) credible ( def ) + -tās -ty ²( def )

Example Sentences

Whatever their motives, their hypocrisy undermines the credibility of the program they host.

From Salon

Other researchers agree that Poulain has been crucial to lending scientific credibility to the blue zones—and say that without his input, the concept risks becoming more of a moneymaking venture.

From Science Magazine

“If I were in their shoes, I'd feel very helpless, very disappointed. It's already taking away credibility that Australia used to hold,” Rishika says.

From BBC

“The Senate is such a personal body. There’s more working across the aisle than it appears. That’s all built on relationships and trust and credibility.”

From Los Angeles Times

The inclusion of Taylor and Serrano on the card delivered on its promise to add credibility to what many correctly predicted would be a farcical main event.

From BBC

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