Basic Details
Word: Probable
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Likely to happen or be true; something that could happen.
Synonyms: Likely, possible, plausible
Antonyms: Unlikely, impossible, improbable
Idioms and Phrases
- It's probable: Used to express that something is likely true. Example: "It's probable that there will be rain tomorrow, so we should take umbrellas."
- Probable cause: A reasonable ground for belief or suspicion. Example: "The police had a probable cause to search the house after hearing the loud noises."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It is probable that we will finish our project ahead of schedule if we all work together.
Example 2: The weather forecast says its probable that the sun will shine this weekend.
Example 3: Given the clues, it seems probable that the missing puppy will be found in the nearby park.
Fun Fact
The word probable comes from the Latin word probabilis, which means worthy of approval. It has been used in English since the 15th century to denote likelihood or possibility.
Famous Quote
"In the field of observation, chance favours only the prepared mind." Louis Pasteur
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "probable" mean?
a) Definitely true
b) Likely to happen
c) Completely unclear
d) Totally impossible
Answer: b) Likely to happen
2. Which of these is a synonym of "probable"?
a) Impossible
b) Likely
c) Distant
d) Weak
Answer: b) Likely
3. Which phrase is an antonym of "probable"?
a) Possible
b) Likely
c) Unlikely
d) Plausible
Answer: c) Unlikely
4. Which sentence uses "probable" correctly?
a) It is probable that he might learn to skateboard quickly.
b) She is probable to win the prize.
c) The probable won the race.
d) Probable you will attend the meeting.
Answer: a) It is probable that he might learn to skateboard quickly.
5. Which idiom means related to "probable"?
a) It's probable
b) A sure thing
c) No chance
d) As good as gold
Answer: a) It's probable
