Probable

Pronunciation: /ˈprɑbəbəl/

Definitions of probable

adjective likely to happen or be true; plausible

Example Sentences

A1 It is probable that it will rain tomorrow.

A2 There is a probable chance that she will be late.

B1 It is probable that he will pass the exam with his current level of preparation.

B2 The probable outcome of the negotiations is a compromise between the two parties.

C1 Based on the evidence, it is highly probable that the suspect committed the crime.

C2 The scientist's research has led to a probable breakthrough in the field of medicine.

Examples of probable in a Sentence

formal Based on the evidence provided, it is probable that the company will meet its quarterly targets.

informal It's probably going to rain later, so you might want to bring an umbrella.

slang There's a high chance that we'll get caught if we sneak out, so it's probably not a good idea.

figurative In the game of chess, it is probable that sacrificing a pawn early on will lead to a strategic advantage later.

Grammatical Forms of probable

• past tense: probabled
• plural: probables
• comparative: more probable
• superlative: most probable
• present tense: probable
• future tense: will be probable
• perfect tense: have been probable
• continuous tense: is being probable
• singular: probable
• positive degree: probablest
• infinitive: to be probable
• gerund: probabling
• participle: probabled

Origin and Evolution of probable

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'probable' originated from the Latin word 'probabilis', which means 'worthy of approval'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'probable' has evolved to signify something likely or expected to happen based on available evidence or information.