believable
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B2
/bɪˈliːvəbl̩/
(believe)
accept as true
Etymology
Etymology Information
'believable' originates from the Old English word 'belȳfan,' where 'be-' meant 'by' and 'lȳfan' meant 'to allow or permit.'
Historical Evolution
'belȳfan' transformed into the Middle English word 'bileven,' and eventually became the modern English word 'believe,' from which 'believable' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to allow or permit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being believed.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being believed; credible.
The story was so well-written that it was entirely believable.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35