incredible
|in/cred/i/ble|
/ɪnˈkrɛdɪbəl/
extraordinary
Etymology
'incredible' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'incredibilis,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'credibilis' meant 'worthy of belief.'
'incredibilis' transformed into the Old French word 'incredible,' and eventually became the modern English word 'incredible' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'not believable,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'extraordinary or hard to believe.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
so extraordinary as to seem impossible or hard to believe.
The magician performed an incredible trick.
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Adjective 2
not credible; implausible.
The story he told was incredible and hard to accept.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35