probabl

/ˈprɒbəbəl/ or /prəˈbæbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

more likely to happen or be the case

“The weather forecast predicted a probable storm for the weekend.”

2. noun

a statement or hypothesis that is considered likely to be true, but has not been proven

“The scientists based their research on a probable cause of the phenomenon.”

Synonyms

  • likely
  • possible
  • presumptive

Antonyms

  • impossible
  • unlikley