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Plausibility

usgb/ˌplɔːzəˈbɪləti/Volume
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Evaluate EvidencePlay
Consider how well evidence supports something to judge its plausibility. SlideGiven the lack of solid evidence, the plausibility of his claim is low.
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Not CertaintyPlay
Plausibility suggests something seems reasonable, not that it's definitely true. SlideThe detective found the plausibility of the alibi questionable, not disproven.
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Subjectivity InvolvedPlay
Different people may judge the plausibility of something differently. SlideCritics hotly debated the plausibility of the movie's plot.
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