incredible
/ɪŋˈkɹɛdɪbəl/
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
Too implausible to be credible; beyond belief.
Adjective
Examples
The extinction of a species once so numerous seemed incredible.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Amazing; astonishing; awe-inspiring.
Adjective
Examples
He was so wrapped up in watching the incredible special effects that he couldn't keep track of the story.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “incredible” mean?
Too implausible to be credible; beyond belief.
Is “incredible” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.