credible
adjective B2
Plain meaning
able to be believed or trusted
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss able to be believed or trusted in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe report described credible evidence in a clear and practical way.
examThe findings show that credible evidence can influence educational, social, or economic outcomes.
Common collocations
credible evidencecredible sourcecredible explanation
Watch out
Do not overuse it as a direct replacement for “good/bad”. Use it with natural nouns such as “credible evidence”.