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incredibility

|in-cred-i-bil-i-ty|

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/ˌɪnkrəˈdɪbɪlɪti/

unbelievability

Etymology
Etymology Information

'incredibility' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'incredibilis,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'credibilis' meant 'believable.'

Historical Evolution

'incredibilis' transformed into the French word 'incrédibilité,' and eventually became the modern English word 'incredibility' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not believable,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the quality of being unbelievable or not credible.

The incredibility of the story made it hard to believe.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45