English · Adjectives

probably

/ˈprɒbəbli/

[/ˈprɒbəbli/]

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Beginneradverb

Definition

Probably means that something is likely to be true or to happen.

Example

It will probably rain this afternoon.

It will probably rain this afternoon.

Etymology

From 'probable', from Latin 'probabilis' meaning likely, plus '-ly'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used to show that something is likely but not certain.

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