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probably
[ prob-uh-blee ]
adverb
- in all likelihood; very likely:
He will probably attend.
probably
/ ˈɒəɪ /
adverb
- sentence modifier; not used with a negative or in a question in all likelihood or probability
I'll probably see you tomorrow
sentence substitute
- I believe such a thing or situation may be the case
Example Sentences
“It’s a great test. They’re obviously a really good team with probably the front-runner for MVP right now,” Lakers guard Austin Reaves said.
“It’s probably the greatest thing I’ve ever been a part of.”
"I was getting faster and faster and I've probably reached my peak now, so I'm on the organisational side rather than competing for a win," she said.
The 40-year-old added: "It is something we probably think about most days, if not every day."
So although swaths of the range were torched by the Palisades fire in January, hikers there probably won’t face off with it.
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What doesprobably mean?
Probably means most likely or in all likelihood.
Probably is the adverb form of the adjective probable, meaning “very likely to occur or be true.” Probably is used when you think something will happen or turn out to be true, but you’re not certain enough to say it definitely will.
Example: My flight will probably arrive within the next few hours, but I can’t guarantee it.
Where doesprobably come from?
Probably came into popular use in the 1520s. It is formed from the word probable and the suffix -ly, which is used to make it into an adverb. Probable comes from the Latin Dz, which means “likely,” “literally,” or “capable of standing a test,” and is equivalent to the verb Dz() “to test.” This word gives us both probe and prove.
Probably is commonly used to express that you think something is likely to happen (as in He’ll probably be late) or could prove to be true (as in It probably costs more than that, so you should bring some extra money to be safe). In all cases, it implies that you’re not 100 percent sure. It’s stronger than maybe, but it still indicates doubt. It’s very rarely used with a negative or as part of a question. However, it can be used as a sentence substitute, meaning it can take the place of a full sentence to answer a question, as in Have you learned all you need to know about this word? Probably.
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What are some other forms related to probably?
- probable (adjective)
- quasiprobably (adverb)
What are some synonyms for probably?
- likely
- most likely
- in all likelihood
- in all probability
What are some words that share a root or word element with probably?
What are some words that often get used in discussing probably?
How isprobablyused in real life?
Probably is most commonly used in cases where you’re confident that something will happen or turn out to be true, but you can’t say for sure.
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Try usingprobably!
Is probably used correctly in the following sentence?
I’ll probably fall asleep on the couch tonight.
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