incredible as it may seem
/ɪnˈkrɛdəbəl æz ɪt meɪ siːm/phrase★Intermediate— surprisingly true
informal
Used to express that something is surprisingly true or difficult to believe.
Incredible as it may seem, she memorized the entire dictionary by age 10.
This phrase highlights how astonishing the achievement is.
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This phrase is often used to emphasize the surprising nature of a statement.
💡Pro Tip
Emphasizing Surprise
Use this phrase to introduce a statement that may seem unbelievable but is true.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the combination of 'incredible' (difficult to believe) and 'as it may seem' (a concessive clause).
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in spoken and written English to emphasize the surprising nature of a statement.
Word Breakdown
incredible
difficult to believe
adjectiveas it may seem
even though it appears that way
concessive clauseEnglish Dictionary