Added 9 October 2026
plausible
/ˈplɔː.zɪ.bl̩/ adjective
In Latin: probābilis Wiktionary
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Seemingly or apparently valid, likely, or acceptable; conceivably true or likely.
a plausible excuse
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Obtaining approbation; specifically pleasing; apparently right; specious.
a plausible pretext; plausible manners; a plausible delusion
- Worthy of being applauded; praiseworthy; commendable; ready.
Origin
From Latin plausibilis (“deserving applause, praiseworthy, acceptable, pleasing”), from the participle stem of plaudere (“to applaud”).
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