Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
plausible-deniability
noun
/ˈplɔːzəbl dɪˈnaɪəˌbɪlɪti/
Definition
The ability to deny involvement in an action because there is no clear evidence proving it.
Examples
- The politician used plausible deniability to avoid being blamed for the scandal.
- In business, executives often rely on plausible deniability to distance themselves from unethical practices.
- Her vague statements provided plausible deniability when questioned about the project’s outcome.
Meaning
Plausible deniability allows someone to escape responsibility for their actions or decisions by claiming they didn’t know about them.
Synonyms
- disavowal
- denial
- abnegation
- refutation
