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credible option

[/ˈkredəbəl ˈɒpʃən/]
noun phrasepl: credible options
opção credível
1. a choice or alternative that is believable, trustworthy, and reasonable; an option that can be relied upon or accepted as viable
The new proposal presents a credible option for solving the budget crisis.
A nova proposta apresenta uma opção credível para resolver a crise orçamentária.
2. a feasible and plausible alternative that has merit and deserves serious consideration
Switching to renewable energy is now a credible option for many companies.
Mudar para energia renovável é agora uma opção credível para muitas empresas.
NYC Slang
solid option
Synonyms
viable optionfeasible alternativeplausible choicereasonable optiontrustworthy alternative
Antonyms
implausible optionunviable alternativeunreliable choicequestionable option

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
opção credível
standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
opção viável e confiável
often emphasizes both viability and trustworthiness
Portugal
opção credível
standard usage, may also use 'alternativa credível'

Related Idioms & Phrases

a real contender
in the running
worth considering
on the table
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