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What is another word for Unbelievable? – 150 Unbelievable Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    astonishing astounding breathtaking extraordinary incredible implausible improbable mind-boggling remarkable sensational spectacular stunning unbelievable unheard-of unprecedented unlikely fanciful preposterous absurd ridiculous ludicrous far-fetched inconceivable unimaginable unthinkable implausible fantastic phenomenal exceptional unusual rare anomalous curious peculiar strange bizarre incomprehensible mystifying perplexing baffling bewildering shocking astounding staggering flabbergasting jaw-dropping

    Meaning of Unbelievable

    The primary meaning of "unbelievable" is describing something that is difficult to believe or accept as true.

    Definitions

    • The word "unbelievable" can be defined as:
    • + Not able to be believed, too extraordinary or improbable to be accepted as true
    • + Extremely good or exciting, beyond what is normal or expected
    • * According to Oxford Languages, the word "unbelievable" is often used to describe something that is astonishing or remarkable.

    Etymology of Unbelievable

    The word "unbelievable" has its roots in the Old English words "un" (meaning "not") and "geliefan" or "believe" (from the Proto-Germanic "galaubiz" and further from the Proto-Indo-European "leubh-")
    The modern English word "unbelievable" emerged in the 15th century, initially used to describe something that is not worthy of belief or is improbable.

    Example Uses

    • The fireworks display was unbelievable, filling the entire sky with vibrant colors and patterns.
    • * She had an unbelievable talent for painting, and her artwork was highly sought after by galleries and collectors.
    • * The news of the natural disaster was unbelievable, and it took days for the full extent of the damage to sink in.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    believable plausible probable likely credible convincing reasonable ordinary mundane normal everyday routine expected predictable certain undeniable indisputable unquestionable factual realistic authentic genuine trustworthy reliable dependable faithful

    Related Nouns

    phenomenon sensation spectacle wonder marvel miracle astonishment amazement shock surprise incredulity skepticism doubt uncertainty enigma mystery puzzle riddle paradox anomaly aberration freak curiosity prodigy

    Related Verbs

    astonish amaze stun shock surprise bewilder perplex baffle mystify intrigue fascinate captivate enthrall mesmerize hypnotize dazzle bedazzle flabbergast stagger overwhelm overpower

    Related Adjectives

    extraordinary remarkable exceptional unusual rare anomalous curious peculiar strange bizarre incomprehensible mystifying perplexing baffling bewildering astonishing astounding breathtaking sensational spectacular stunning incredible implausible improbable fanciful preposterous absurd ridiculous ludicrous far-fetched inconceivable unimaginable unthinkable