Plausible

/ˈplɔːzəbəl/ adjective

Plausible describes something that seems reasonable or likely to be true, even if it’s not proven.

From Latin 'plausibilis' meaning 'deserving applause', from 'plaudere' meaning 'to clap, applaud'. It shifted from 'praiseworthy' to 'having a good-sounding argument'.

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