Meaning & Definition of word "Probably"

Probably

/ˈprɒb.ə.bli/

adverb:

  • 1. Used to indicate that something is likely to happen or be true.
    • Example: She will probably arrive around 5 PM.
  • 2. Indicating a high degree of certainty, though not absolute.
    • Example: He is probably the best candidate for the job.
  • 3. Expressing an assumption based on available information.
    • Example: It’s probably going to rain today based on the weather forecast.
  • 4. Suggesting that there is a reasonable expectation.
    • Example: By this time next year, they will probably have completed the project.

Etymology

From Middle English 'probable' + '-ly'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

probably not:

used to say that something is unlikely to happen or be true.

probably yes:

used to indicate that something is likely to be affirmed.

probably so:

used to suggest agreement with a statement.

Related Words

probable:

likely to occur or be true.

probability:

the extent to which something is probable; the likelihood of something happening.

probabilistic:

involving the likelihood of events based on the theory of probability.

Slang Meanings of probably

Meaning: probs

Example Sentence: I'll probs go to the movies later.

Meaning: probably gonna

Example Sentence: I'm probably gonna skip the gym today.