Colorable — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈkə-lə-rə-bəl/ col·or·able

Meaning & Definition of Colorable

Colorable (adjective)

  1. seemingly valid or genuine
  2. intended to deceive, counterfeit

Colorable (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in credible, plausible

    similar: credible, plausible, cogent, convincing, confirmed, corroborated, substantiated, certified, validated, verified, certain, sure, actual, real, true, commonsense, commonsensible, commonsensical, firm, good, hard, informed, just, justified, levelheaded, logical, rational, reasonable, reasoned, sensible, sober, solid, valid, well-founded
    opposite: groundless, illogical, invalid, irrational, nonrational, nonsensical, nonvalid, unfounded, uninformed, unjustified, unreasonable, unreasoned, unsound, unsubstantiated, unsupported, unwarranted, flimsy, implausible, unconvincing, weak, fallacious, false, misguided, misled

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Colorable

The most common words with a similar meaning to Colorable:

credible, plausible, cogent, convincing, confirmed, corroborated, substantiated, certified, validated, verified, certain, sure, actual, real, true, commonsense, commonsensible, commonsensical, firm, good, hard, informed, just, justified, levelheaded, logical, rational, reasonable, reasoned, sensible, sober, solid, valid, well-founded

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Colorable

Words with the opposite meaning of Colorable:

groundless, illogical, invalid, irrational, nonrational, nonsensical, nonvalid, unfounded, uninformed, unjustified, unreasonable, unreasoned, unsound, unsubstantiated, unsupported, unwarranted, flimsy, implausible, unconvincing, weak, fallacious, false, misguided, misled

Word Forms of Colorable

Derived words: colorably (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Colorable

Middle English, borrowed from Anglo-French, from colurer "to color:2, give the appearance (of), cover up" + -able -able

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Colorable

What does "Colorable" mean?

"Colorable" means seemingly valid or genuine. As an adjective, it is defined as: seemingly valid or genuine.

What is another word for "Colorable"?

Other words for "Colorable" include credible, plausible, cogent, convincing, confirmed, corroborated, substantiated and certified. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Colorable" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Colorable"?

There are 34 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Colorable". Common alternatives include credible, plausible, cogent, convincing, confirmed, corroborated, substantiated, certified, validated and verified.

What is the opposite of "Colorable"?

Antonyms of "Colorable" include groundless, illogical, invalid, irrational, nonrational, nonsensical, nonvalid and unfounded.

Is "Colorable" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Colorable" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Colorable"?

"Colorable" is pronounced /ˈkə-lə-rə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as col·or·able.

What is the origin of the word "Colorable"?

"Colorable" comes from Middle English, borrowed from Anglo-French, from colurer "to color:2, give the appearance (of), cover up" + -able -able. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Colorable" meaning "as in credible, plausible"?

When "Colorable" (adjective) means as in credible, plausible, synonyms include credible, plausible, cogent, convincing, confirmed and corroborated. Opposites in this sense include groundless, illogical, invalid and irrational.