Pronunciation

/proʊˈbəbl/

Definitions

• Adjective: Having a high likelihood of occurring or being true; likely. For example: “The weather forecast predicts a probable rain tomorrow.”
• Adverb: In a probable manner; likely. For example: “It’s probable that he’ll arrive on time.”

Phrases

• “Probable cause” refers to sufficient grounds for taking action or making a decision.
• “Probable outcome” denotes the most likely result.
• “A probable explanation” suggests a reasonable assumption.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “There’s a probable chance that the project will be completed by the deadline.”
• Adverb: “The detective found probable evidence linking him to the crime.”

Synonyms

• Likely
• Almost certain
• Reasonable
• Plausible
• Probablehood

Antonyms

• Improbable
• Unlikely
• Remote
• Impossible
• Unlikely to happen