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Definition probable in British English

probable adjective

adjective
/ˈprɒbəb(ə)l/
1

likely to happen or be true

Example

That is not only possible, it is probable.

Example

This is the probable site of an ancient Roman temple.

Example

By 1938, war seemed highly probable.

Example

It seems probable that sea levels will continue to rise.

Example

The report outlines the probable causes of the accident.

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Definition probable in British English