Probable

/ˈprɒb.ə.bəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Likely to happen or be true; highly likely.
It is probable that the meeting will be rescheduled due to the weather conditions.
Having a high chance of being the case.
The probable cause of the accident was driver error.
Supported by evidence to a reasonable degree.
The detective found probable evidence linking the suspect to the crime.
Referring to something that appears likely but is not certain.
She had a probable explanation for his sudden disappearance.

Etymology

From Latin 'probabilis', which means 'provable' or 'likely'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

it's probable
It's likely to happen.
a probable cause
An assumed or likely cause of something.
probable outcome
The expected result based on current evidence.

Related Words

probability
The extent to which something is probable.
probabilistic
Involving or based on probability.

Slang Meanings

Prob
The game's outcome is a prob.
Probable cause
If you're not sure, just consider it a probable cause.