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    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.