plausibly — In a way that seems reasonable, likely, or believable
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a way that seems reasonable, likely, or believable
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈplɔːzəbli/
Example Sentences
- My dog plausibly claimed he didn't eat the cake, despite the frosting on his nose.
- The scientist plausibly explained why the experiment failed three times in a row.
- He plausibly denied stealing the last slice of pizza, even with sauce on his shirt.
plausibly
ADVERB[/ˈplɔːzəbli/]
In a way that seems reasonable, likely, or believable
The detective explains plausibly how the thief escaped through the small window.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'plausibilis' meaning 'worthy of applause', derived from 'plaudere' (to applaud or approve).
Breakdown
plaus- (to applaud/approve) + -ible (able to be) + -ly (adverb suffix)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dog plausibly claimed he didn't eat the cake, despite the frosting on his nose.”
“The scientist plausibly explained why the experiment failed three times in a row.”
“He plausibly denied stealing the last slice of pizza, even with sauce on his shirt.”
“The lawyer plausibly argued that her client was somewhere else during the crime.”
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