as in sincerity
the quality of being believed or accepted as true, real, or honest
The new evidence lends credibility to their theory. The scandal damaged her credibility as an honest politician. They doubted the credibility of the witness's story.
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Recent Examples of credibility
What's left of NATO's credibility would vanish, and the EU itself would be in danger.
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Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
What followed were multiple rounds of interviews with investigators who cross-examined her and stress-tested her credibility.
—Carrie Johnson, NPR, 1 Mar. 2025
Choosing the wrong term to refer to results, for example, can create confusion and a loss of credibility for the student.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025
Appointing an individual with a track record of financial mismanagement could potentially jeopardize the credibility of the commission and, by extension, the trust that the citizens of Maryland place in our state institutions.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 27 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for credibility
Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
What followed were multiple rounds of interviews with investigators who cross-examined her and stress-tested her credibility.
—Carrie Johnson, NPR, 1 Mar. 2025
Choosing the wrong term to refer to results, for example, can create confusion and a loss of credibility for the student.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025
Appointing an individual with a track record of financial mismanagement could potentially jeopardize the credibility of the commission and, by extension, the trust that the citizens of Maryland place in our state institutions.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 27 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for credibility
Recent Examples of Synonyms for credibility
Noun
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Dozens of people shared the post, and most of the public shares showed critical commentary that questioned Hill’s sincerity.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Feb. 2025
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Based on Michael Bond’s books, the original movie and especially the sequel stand out for their appeal to all ages — from the children toward whom they’re geared to the abundance of adults who relish their sincerity, humanity and flair.—
Natalia Winkelman,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Postal workers will also be permitted to leave facilities earlier and travel greater distances for deliveries, enhancing reliability and revenue, particularly for customers in rural areas.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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Padilla’s priorities include the expansion of fare assistance programs and improvements to service reliability and safety.—
Colleen Shalby,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
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Confidentiality is a crucial part of our work and is essential to protect the integrity of the investigations and to ensure the safety and security of victims, witnesses, and all those with whom the Office interacts.—
Efrat Lachter,
Fox News,
10 Mar. 2025
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These are essential for maintaining the integrity of a public service that millions of Americans depend on.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
10 Mar. 2025
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Census and Socioeconomic Data: The accuracy of datasets used for policymaking, including housing, labor, and economic inequality, may be undermined through changes in methodology or funding cuts.—
Monica Sanders,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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The Prince estate was allowed to review the documentary for factual accuracy.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
5 Mar. 2025
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Every scene is a test — of belief, plausibility, modern faithlessness.—
Armond White,
National Review,
20 Dec. 2024
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The Van Buren Institute then just takes leave of historical plausibility as a product of the 1940s.—
Anthony Paletta,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Credibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/credibility. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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