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

Slang Meanings

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