plausible

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   apparently reasonable and valid, and truthful

   a plausible excuse

2. 2
   adj

   given to or characterized by presenting specious arguments

   a plausible liar

3. 3
   adj

   Seemingly or apparently valid, likely, or acceptable; conceivably true or likely.

   a plausible excuse

4. 4
   adj

   Obtaining approbation; specifically pleasing; apparently right; specious.

   a plausible pretext; plausible manners; a plausible delusion

5. 5
   adj

   Worthy of being applauded; praiseworthy; commendable; ready.

   capable of receiving a plauſible Anſwer

Etymology

From Latin plausibilis (“deserving applause, praiseworthy, acceptable, pleasing”), from the participle stem of plaudere (“to applaud”).