creditable
UK: ˈkrɛdɪtəbəl | US: ˈkrɛdɪtəbəl
adj. deserving praise or recognition; commendable
adj. capable of being believed; credible
creditable = credit<believe/trust> + able<capable of>
- credit (from Latin creditum, "thing entrusted," from credere, "to believe/trust")
- able (from Latin -abilis, suffix forming adjectives meaning "capable of")
Etymology Origin:
The word "creditable" combines "credit," rooted in the Latin concept of trustworthiness, with the suffix "-able," indicating capability. Originally tied to financial trust (e.g., "credit"), it evolved to describe actions or qualities worthy of belief or praise. The suffix "-able" reinforces the idea of deserving acknowledgment, blending financial and moral connotations.
Her performance was highly creditable, earning her a promotion.
The team made a creditable effort despite limited resources.
His explanation was creditable but lacked concrete evidence.
The charity’s work is creditable and widely respected.
A creditable score on the exam requires thorough preparation.