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Creditable

/ˈkɹɛdɪtəbəl/ · adjective

Meaning

Credible or believable..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Credible or believable.
  2. That brings credit or honour; respectable.
  3. That can be assigned; assignable.

Example Sentences

Before receiving his testimony, the officer is required to ascertain from his own knowledge or by a creditable witness that he is a subscribing witness to the deed.
A more creditable rumour concerned Valentino's hallmark killer glance ...
The locomotive had been magnificently burnished at Norwich depot, with polished brasswork and red-painted coupling rods—all the more creditable, Dr. Allen adds, as it spent many months last winter in open store.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does creditable mean?

Creditable means Credible or believable..

What is a synonym for creditable?

Common synonyms include believable, credible, admirable, commendable.

What is the opposite of creditable?

Possible antonyms include unbelievable, incredible, increditable.

How do you use creditable in a sentence?

Before receiving his testimony, the officer is required to ascertain from his own knowledge or by a creditable witness that he is a subscribing witness to the deed.

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