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In class, we used probable to explain our answer.
What does Probable mean?
likely to happen.
Dictionary definition
Likely to happen or be true.
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Probable in a sentence
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Good readers use probable when they compare clues in a passage.
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The story asks students to use probable to judge which choice is most fair.
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Practice 1
What does probable mean?
Probable means likely to happen.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses probable correctly?
The correct sentence uses probable in a way that matches its meaning.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to probable?
Likely is close in meaning to probable.
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Probable
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WordProbable.
Partadjective.
MeaningProbable means likely to happen.
ExampleExample: In class, we used probable to explain our answer.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- prob · uh · bul
- Strongest beat
- prob
- Ending
- bul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on prob.
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Synonyms
Words like Probable
likelySimilar meaning.
expectedSimilar meaning.
Antonyms
Opposite words
unlikelyOpposite or contrasting meaning.
impossibleOpposite or contrasting meaning.
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Word family
Probable word family
Base word
probable
adverb
probablely
Adverb form.
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Understand Probable
Hint for students
likely to happen.
Common mix-up
Probable is not the same as unlikely. Probable means likely to happen.
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Read this model sentence: Good readers use probable when they compare clues in a passage. Clue words: good, readers, use. Underline clue words that show why probable fits instead of unlikely. Now write one new sentence that shows probable without using the word probable. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show probable?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Good readers use probable when they compare clues in a passage." Why does probable fit better than unlikely?
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