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probably

/ˈpɹɑ.bə.bli/adverb3 syllables

Probably means: with considerable certainty; without much doubt.

Synonyms for probably9

adverb, as in with considerable certainty; without much doubt

likely, in all likelihood, in all probability, belike

adverb, as in easy to believe on the basis of available evidence

credibly, believably, plausibly

also used for probably

more than likely, mostly

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What does probably mean?2

adverb

1

with considerable certainty; without much doubt“He is probably out of the country”

2

easy to believe on the basis of available evidence“he talked plausibly before the committee”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

Probably in a sentence

  • Dinner is probably ready, so we had better hurry home.CM
  • She will probably refuse to follow his advice, because she doesn't like him.CK
  • By the time you get out of jail, she'll probably have gotten married.CS
  • He's a drinker, so wine would probably be good for a souvenir.unknown
  • If this is the way you were told, it is probably correct.Dorenda
  • If your tongue turns black, you should probably see a doctor.darinmex
  • If you have an indoor swimming pool, you're probably pretty rich.darinmex
  • Without your support, we probably won't be able to put this plan into practice.CM

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