Definition

The quality of being difficult to believe or extraordinary.

Example

The incredibility of his story left everyone in shock.

Conversation

Did you see that magician's show last night?

Yes! The incredibility of his tricks blew my mind.

I know, right? It's hard to believe what we just witnessed.

Absolutely! It was one of the most entertaining nights I've had.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Incredibility → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "credibilis" (from Latin, meaning worthy of belief). The word "incredibility" refers to the quality of being not believable or hard to believe.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'worthy of belief' ('credibilis') — that's why incredibility means something that is hard to believe.

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