Plausible
Example: Son argument semblait plausible malgré quelques contradictions mineures.
Definition
"Plausible" describes an argument or explanation that appears reasonable and believable, even if it is not necessarily true. In philosophy, a "plausible" claim is one that seems logically acceptable or credible based on the evidence or reasoning presented.
Etymology
The word "plausible" comes from the Latin verb 'plaudere,' meaning 'to applaud' or 'to approve.' Originally, it referred to something worthy of approval or applause. Over time, it evolved to mean something appearing worthy of belief or acceptance. Did you know that even today, calling something "plausible" subtly suggests it deserves a figurative round of applause for its credibility?
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