plausible

adjective

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

Obtaining approbation; specifically pleasing; apparently right; specious.

(obsolete) Worthy of being applauded; praiseworthy; commendable; ready.

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believableadj credibleadj probableadj reasonableadj cogentadj tenableadj conceivableadj possibleadj thinkableadj likelyadv justifiableadj logicaladj

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