Plausibly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Plausibly is an adverb meaning (manner) In a plausible manner.
Meaning
(manner) In a plausible manner.
More Meanings
- (modal) Probably; not falsifiably, based on available facts and general knowledge.
Example Sentences
Plausibly, she said she'd been working at the time.
She lied plausibly, but the police suspected her anyway.
Synonyms for plausibly
Depending on context, synonyms include believably, credibly, probably.
Antonyms for plausibly
Common opposites include implausibly, unbelievably, incredibly, improbably.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include believably, credibly, probably, presumably, convincingly, reasonably.
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