Definition

The quality of being reasonable or believable; the state of seeming likely to be true or valid.

Example

The plausibleness of his argument convinced many people to support his proposal.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the plausibleness of that theory?

Yeah, it does make sense when you break it down.

Exactly! I think the plausibleness really adds to its appeal.

For sure, it makes the whole idea more convincing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Plausibleness → It is formed from "plausible" (from Latin "plausibilis", meaning deserving applause or approval) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "plausibleness" refers to the quality of being plausible or worthy of approval.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'worthy of approval' ('plausible') and the '-ness' indicating a state or quality. This helps you remember that plausibleness means the quality of being believable or acceptable.

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