implausibly
Definition
Adverb: In a manner that is not easy to believe; in a way that seems unlikely or unconvincing.
Usage
The adverb "implausibly" is used to modify a verb, adjective, or another adverb to indicate that the action or quality described is difficult to accept as true or realistic. It expresses skepticism or highlights the unlikely nature of a situation.
Examples
- The movie's hero escaped from the trap in an implausibly simple way. (Modifies the adjective "simple")
- The plot of the novel hinges on an implausibly convenient coincidence. (Modifies the adverb "convenient")
- He claimed, implausibly, that he had never seen the document before. (Modifies the verb "claimed")
Advanced Usage
- "Implausibly" can be used to create a humorous or critical tone by pointing out the lack of realism in a statement or narrative.
- The villain explained his entire plan, implausibly, to the captured hero.
Variants and Related Words
- Implausible (adjective): Not seeming reasonable or probable; difficult to believe.
- He gave an implausible excuse for his lateness.
- Implausibility (noun): The quality of being implausible.
- The implausibility of the story made it hard to enjoy.
Synonyms
- Unbelievably
- Incredibly (when meaning "in a manner hard to believe")
- Unconvincingly
- Improbably
Antonyms
- Plausibly
- Believable
- Convincingly
- Probably
Adverb
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not easy to believe
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