credibility
noun
cred·i·bil·i·ty
ˌkre-də-ˈbi-lə-tē 
1
: the quality or power of inspiring belief
an account lacking in credibility
2
: capacity for belief
Her account exceeds credibility.
Examples of credibility in a Sentence
The new evidence lends credibility to their theory.
The scandal undermined her credibility as an honest politician.
In this instance, the lawyer's job is to make the jury doubt the witness's credibility.
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These include compelling foreign investors to swap their U.S. government bond holdings for zero interest hundred-year bonds, which would hurt the credibility of the United States as a borrower and, by extension, the dollar’s standing.
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Plus, working with a person who is trusted in their field can build a brand’s credibility and increase consumer trust.
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Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2025
On Friday, the federal judge hearing a challenge to Ozturk's arrest questioned the credibility of the government's claim.
—Adrian Florido, NPR, 8 Apr. 2025
These include compelling foreign investors to swap their U.S. government bond holdings for zero interest hundred-year bonds, which would hurt the credibility of the United States as a borrower and, by extension, the dollar’s standing.
—Edward Fishman, Foreign Affairs, 8 Apr. 2025
Plus, working with a person who is trusted in their field can build a brand’s credibility and increase consumer trust.
—Jessica Wong, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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“Credibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/credibility. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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credibility
noun
cred·i·bil·i·ty
ˌkred-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
1
: the quality or power of inspiring belief
a story without much credibility
2
: capacity for belief
an excuse beyond credibility
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