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Plausible

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Meanings of Plausible

Adjective

  • Something that seems reasonable or possible.
  • An idea or explanation that makes sense and could be true.
  • A reason or excuse that sounds good and might be accepted.

Explanation of the word: Plausible

Plausible means something that sounds like it could be true or possible. Like if someone says, 'I saw a big dog in the park,' that sounds plausible because big dogs can be in parks.

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Translations for the word: Plausible

hindi
संभव (Sambhav)

sambhav

संभव (Sambhav)

sambhav

संभवता (Sambhavta)

sambhavta

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Plausible

What does 'plausible' mean?
The word 'plausible' means something that seems reasonable or likely to be true.
How do you pronounce 'plausible'?
You pronounce 'plausible' like this: plaw-zuh-buhl.
What is the origin of the word 'plausible'?
The word 'plausible' comes from the Latin word 'plausibilis', which means 'worthy of applause' or 'worthy of approval'.
What is the meaning of 'plausible' in Hindi?
The word 'plausible' in Hindi is 'संभावित' (Sambhāvit).