Credível
Example: Ele contou uma história muito credível sobre o acidente.
Definition
"Credível" describes something or someone that is believable or trustworthy, capable of being accepted as true or convincing. For example, a "credível" story is one that seems reliable and believable to others.
Etymology
The word "credível" comes from the Latin verb 'credere,' meaning 'to believe,' combined with the suffix '-ível,' which forms adjectives indicating capability. Did you know? The root 'cred' also appears in English words like 'credible' and 'credit,' all related to belief and trust.
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