credibly
in a way that seems reasonable and possible
In a way that seems possible, reasonable, or consistent with the available facts.
in a way that people can believe
In a way that makes something seem true or real, especially an account, explanation, or description.
in a way that makes people agree
In a way that persuades people by seeming well supported or effective.
in a way that people trust because you know the subject
In a way that shows or relies on credibility, especially through expertise, integrity, or reliable sources.
- Base: credibly
- Plural: crediblies
cannot credibly claim (that) ...
1cannot reasonably say something is true
it is not believable for someone to say this
- You cannot credibly claim to be surprised if you ignored every warning.
- The company cannot credibly claim it didn’t know the risks.
- He cannot credibly claim he wrote the report alone.
- She cannot credibly claim she forgot.
credibly accused of ...
1accused with believable supporting evidence
accused in a way that seems true
- The official has been credibly accused of taking bribes.
- Two guards were credibly accused of assaulting prisoners.
- She resigned after being credibly accused of plagiarism.
credibly alleged
1claimed with believable supporting evidence
people say it happened, and the claim seems believable
- It is credibly alleged that the funds were diverted to private accounts.
- The abuse was credibly alleged in multiple witness statements.
- Several incidents were credibly alleged but not confirmed.
credibly reported
1reported by trustworthy sources
reported by sources that people trust
- It is credibly reported that the merger talks have resumed.
- The incident was credibly reported by several local outlets.
- It was credibly reported that the CEO planned to step down.
- It is credibly reported that prices will rise.