Synonyms for probable

Synonyms for (noun) probable

Synonyms: probable

Definition: an applicant likely to be chosen

Similar words: applicant, applier

Definition: a person who requests or seeks something such as assistance or employment or admission


Synonyms for (adj) probable

Synonyms: probable

Definition: apparently destined

Usage: the probable consequences of going ahead with the scheme

Similar words: likely

Definition: has a good chance of being the case or of coming about

Usage: these services are likely to be available to us all before long; she is likely to forget; a likely place for a restaurant; the broken limb is likely to fall; rain is likely; a likely topic for investigation; likely candidates for the job


Synonyms: likely, probable

Definition: likely but not certain to be or become true or real

Usage: a likely result; he foresaw a probable loss

Similar words: equiprobable

Definition: equally probable


Similar words: presumptive

Definition: having a reasonable basis for belief or acceptance

Usage: the presumptive heir (or heir apparent)


Similar words: verisimilar

Definition: appearing to be true or real

Usage: a verisimilar tale


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