Credibility
Pronunciation: /ˌkrɛdəˈbɪlɪtiː/
Credibility (noun)
- The quality of being believed because people think what you say or do is true and reliable.
- How much respect someone earns because others expect them to be honest and dependable.
- 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.