Credibility

Pronunciation: /ˌkrɛdəˈbɪlɪtiː/

Credibility (noun)

  1. The quality of being believed because people think what you say or do is true and reliable.
  2. How much respect someone earns because others expect them to be honest and dependable.
  3. The degree to which facts, research, or claims seem convincing and supported by good reasons.

Examples

  • The report has credibility because it matches the data.
  • Her sources are credible, so the news gains credibility.