Believability (Noun)

Meaning

The quality of being believable or trustworthy.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

• The film's lack of believability made it difficult for the audience to become emotionally invested in the story.
• The witness's inconsistent testimony raised questions about her believability on the stand.
• The scientist's extensive research and credentials added to the believability of her groundbreaking theory.
• The politician's history of dishonesty severely undermined his believability with the public.
• The documentary's use of primary sources and expert interviews enhanced the believability of its claims.

Synonyms

• Credibility
• Credibleness

Hypernyms

• Quality

Hyponyms

• Street Credibility
• Authenticity
• Genuineness
• Rigour
• Plausibility
• Cogency
• Validity
• Plausibleness
• Street Cred

Related Words

• Believable (adjective)