/ɛ̃kʁwajabl/
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Translation
incredible, unbelievable
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Word origin
Formed in French from the negative prefix in- and croyable ('believable'), from croire ('to believe'), from Latin credere. English 'incredible' comes from the Latin equivalent incredibilis.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- credere
- English cognates
- incredible, credible, creed
Grammar
Examples
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It's an absolutely incredible story.
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He has incredible luck at gambling.
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The view is simply incredible.
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This story is incredible but entirely true.
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The sunset last night was truly incredible.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 9, lesson 7: incroyable, obtenir, venu and 7 more words.