Incredible
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪŋˈkɹɛdɪbəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Incredible is an adjective meaning (literal) Too implausible to be credible; beyond belief.
Meaning
(literal) Too implausible to be credible; beyond belief.
More Meanings
- (figurative) Amazing; astonishing; awe-inspiring.
- (figurative) Marvellous; profoundly affecting; wonderful; excellent.
Example Sentences
The extinction of a species once so numerous seemed incredible.
I had such an incredible slice of pizza last night that I simply can't think about anything else.
He was so wrapped up in watching the incredible special effects that he couldn't keep track of the story.
The other may be that they sincerely believed it to be true, demonstrating an almost incredible lack of communication between themselves and their working engineers.
Synonyms for incredible
Depending on context, synonyms include unbelievable, awesome, marvelous, astounding, improbable, fabulous.
Antonyms for incredible
Common opposites include believable, credible.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include unbelievable, improbable, undreamed, unimagined, undreamt, astounding.
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