improbable
Improbable (adj) means Unlikely to be true or to happen. Example: “It seems improbable that they'll finish the project by Friday.”
How to use improbable
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUnlikely — not expected to be true or to happen.
Word forms
more improbable comparative, most improbable superlative
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Etymology
From Latin improbabilis, from im- ("not") + probabilis ("probable").
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What does “improbable” mean?
The word “improbable” means unlikely to be true or to happen. In plain terms, unlikely — not expected to be true or to happen.
How do you pronounce “improbable”?
“Improbable” is pronounced ihm-PRO-buhbl (/ɪmˈpɹɑbəbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “improbable” in a sentence?
Here is “improbable” used in a sentence: “It seems improbable that they'll finish the project by Friday.”
What is the opposite of “improbable”?
The opposite of “improbable” — its antonyms — is probable.
What part of speech is “improbable”?
“Improbable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “improbable” come from?
The word “improbable” comes from Latin. From Latin improbabilis, from im- ("not") + probabilis ("probable").
Is “improbable” a common word?
“Improbable” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.