implausibility
|im-plau-si-bil-i-ty|
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/ɪmˌplɔːzəˈbɪləti/
unlikely to be true
Etymology
Etymology Information
'implausibility' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'implausibilis,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'plausibilis' meant 'worthy of applause or approval.'
Historical Evolution
'implausibilis' transformed into the French word 'implausible,' and eventually became the modern English word 'implausibility' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not worthy of applause or approval,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unlikely or difficult to believe.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being unlikely or difficult to believe.
The implausibility of his story made everyone skeptical.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40
