Creditable: meaning, definitions and examples

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creditable

[ ˈkrɛdɪtəb(ə)l ]

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financial

Deserving to be credited or believed; trustworthy; reliable.

Synonyms

credible, reliable, responsible, trustworthy

Examples of usage

He has a creditable performance record in the company.
The bank considers her to be a creditable borrower.
The company's creditable reputation attracts many investors.
I find her explanation to be quite creditable.
His work ethic is highly creditable.

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general

Worthy of praise or recognition; deserving credit.

Synonyms

commendable, laudable, meritorious, praiseworthy

Examples of usage

Her efforts in the project were truly creditable.
The team's performance in the competition was highly creditable.
The artist received a creditable mention in the art exhibition.
The company's social responsibility initiatives are creditable.
His dedication to charity work is truly creditable.

Translations

Translations of the word "creditable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 credível

🇮🇳 विश्वसनीय

🇩🇪 glaubwürdig

🇮🇩 terpercaya

🇺🇦 заслужений

🇵🇱 wiarygodny

🇯🇵 信用できる

🇫🇷 crédible

🇪🇸 creíble

🇹🇷 güvenilir

🇰🇷 신뢰할 수 있는

🇸🇦 جدير بالثقة

🇨🇿 důvěryhodný

🇸🇰 dôveryhodný

🇨🇳 可信的

🇸🇮 zanesljiv

🇮🇸 trúverður

🇰🇿 сенімді

🇬🇪 სანდო

🇦🇿 etibarlı

🇲🇽 creíble

Word origin

The word 'creditable' originated from the Latin word 'creditabilis', meaning deserving of belief or credit. It has been used in the English language since the 16th century. Over time, 'creditable' has evolved to encompass not just financial reliability but also qualities deserving praise or recognition. It continues to be widely used in both financial and general contexts.