Improbable

usgb/ɪmˈprɑːbəbl/
adjective

Not likely to be true or to happen.

It seems improbable that she will finish the project on time.
Visual representation of "improbable" - Not likely to be true or to happen

Often appears as...

  • highly improbable
  • seem improbable
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Degree of Unlikelihood

Indicates the subject is possible but occurrences are rare or unexpected.

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Winning the lottery is improbable, but still imaginable.
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Contextual Strength

Varies in strength; 'highly improbable' is stronger than just 'improbable'.

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Encountering a dinosaur in the wild is highly improbable.
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Objective Judgment

Shows an objective assessment rather than a personal opinion.

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Given the evidence, his innocence seems improbable.
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