Incredible — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /(ˌ)in-ˈkre-də-bəl/ in·cred·i·ble

Meaning & Definition of Incredible

Incredible (adjective)

  1. too extraordinary and improbable to be believed
  2. amazing, extraordinary

Incredible (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. too extraordinary or improbable to believe

    "tried to explain her weeklong disappearance with an incredible tale of abduction by a total stranger"

Related Entry: Incredibly (adverb)

Incredibly is a different word from Incredible. The synonyms below are for incredibly, not for incredible.

  1. to a great degree

    "the entrance exam to the elite prep school was incredibly difficult"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Incredible

The most common words with a similar meaning to Incredible:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Incredible

Words with the opposite meaning of Incredible:

Near Antonyms of Incredible

Word Forms of Incredible

Derived words: incredibility (noun), incredibleness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Incredible

Middle English, from Latin incredibilis, from in- + credibilis credible

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Incredible

What does "Incredible" mean?

"Incredible" means too extraordinary and improbable to be believed. As an adjective, it is defined as: too extraordinary and improbable to be believed.

What is another word for "Incredible"?

Other words for "Incredible" include fantastic, implausible, inconceivable, incredulous, unbelievable, uncompelling, unconceivable and unconvincing. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Incredible" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Incredible"?

There are 42 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Incredible". Common alternatives include fantastic, implausible, inconceivable, incredulous, unbelievable, uncompelling, unconceivable, unconvincing, unimaginable and unthinkable.

What is the opposite of "Incredible"?

Antonyms of "Incredible" include believable, cogitable, conceivable, convincing, credible, creditable, imaginable and plausible. Near antonyms include likely, possible, probable and reasonable.

How do you use "Incredible" in a sentence?

Examples of "Incredible" in a sentence: "tried to explain her weeklong disappearance with an incredible tale of abduction by a total stranger".

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

"Incredible" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Incredible"?

"Incredible" is pronounced /(ˌ)in-ˈkre-də-bəl/ and divided into syllables as in·cred·i·ble.

What is the origin of the word "Incredible"?

"Incredible" comes from Middle English, from Latin incredibilis, from in- + credibilis credible. First known use: 15th century.