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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Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 15 May 2026
But in hiring the three-time Stanley Cup winner, the Ducks earned credibility in terms of coaching acumen and became an attraction for players.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 May 2026
In short, businesses may benefit from presenting clear expertise and credibility within their field, as AI systems often prioritize authoritative and well-structured information.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Arthouse projects are still assembled the old way — a patchwork of European public funds, Asian funds, and local matching, each piece signaling credibility to the next financier.
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Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 15 May 2026
But in hiring the three-time Stanley Cup winner, the Ducks earned credibility in terms of coaching acumen and became an attraction for players.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 May 2026
In short, businesses may benefit from presenting clear expertise and credibility within their field, as AI systems often prioritize authoritative and well-structured information.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 14 May 2026
Arthouse projects are still assembled the old way — a patchwork of European public funds, Asian funds, and local matching, each piece signaling credibility to the next financier.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for credibility
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“Credibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/credibility. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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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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