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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This attention to detail translates to trust and credibility, making investors more likely to believe in your vision and capabilities.
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Kate Buckley, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Taking sides in a political debate can damage your credibility and alienate certain team members.
—Stephen Nalley, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2024
Pence's credibility among the Christian right, his hardline cultural views, and his demure personability ran contrary to Trump, the Times reported, which appeared to potentially factor into Trump's hesitancy to select Pence.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
There has been a long slide of credibility in my profession.
—Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2024
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Kate Buckley, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Taking sides in a political debate can damage your credibility and alienate certain team members.
—Stephen Nalley, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2024
Pence's credibility among the Christian right, his hardline cultural views, and his demure personability ran contrary to Trump, the Times reported, which appeared to potentially factor into Trump's hesitancy to select Pence.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
There has been a long slide of credibility in my profession.
—Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Credibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/credibility. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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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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