plausibly meaning

Definition of plausibly

1. easy to believe on the basis of available evidence
   • he talked plausibly before the committee
   • he will probably win the election

   Synonyms: credibly, believably, probably

   Related forms: plausible

plausibly in a sentence

• It cannot plausibly be argued that behaviour of such complexity derives entirely from instinct.

How to pronounce plausibly

plausibly is pronounced /ˈplɔzəbli/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.