What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
incredible
Example
The view from the top of the mountain was incredible. [incredible: adjective]
Example
It's incredible how much progress she has made in just a few months. [incredible: adjective]
unbelievable
Example
It's unbelievable that he won the race without any training. [unbelievable: adjective]
Example
The story she told was so unbelievable that no one believed her. [unbelievable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Incredible is more common than unbelievable in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts. Unbelievable is more formal and is often used to express disbelief or skepticism.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between incredible and unbelievable?
Unbelievable is more formal than incredible and is often used in academic or professional contexts. Incredible is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
