probability

CEFRB1

/ˌpɹɒb.əˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    The chance that something will happen or be true.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    An event that is likely to occur.

Examples

  • In all probability, the cabinet will fall.

  • The probability is that prices will rise rapidly.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Citations
5
Synonyms
2

Also pronounced

  • [ˌpɹɑbəˈbɪləɾi]

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. The relative likelihood of an event happening.

  2. The state of being probable.

  3. A number, between 0 and 1, expressing the precise likelihood of an event happening.

More examples

In context

  • There is very little probability of an agreement being reached.

  • The probability of an event A occurring is denoted P(A).

  • Thus, firſt Traditions were a proof alone; / Cou’d we be certain ſuch they were ſo known: / But ſince ſome Flaws in long deſcent may be, / They make not Truth but Probability.

Synonyms

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Origin

noun

From Middle French probabilité, from Latin probābilitās (“probability, credibility”), from probābilis (“probable, credible”).