Also means
unbelievable
Usage Note
Invraisemblable is formed from in- (not) + vraisemblable (plausible, likely). It is used for stories, excuses, or events that strain credibility. The adverb invraisemblablement and the noun invraisemblance (implausibility) are both used in literary criticism. The word is invariable in form across genders.
Examples
"Son excuse était totalement invraisemblable."
Natural Translation
His excuse was completely implausible.
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