Certainty and Doubt - Possibility and Probability

Here you will learn some English words related to possibility and probability such as "presumption", "outlook", and "expected".

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to admit of [verb]

to let something happen or exist

Ex: This plan admits of various approaches to problem-solving .

a priori [adjective]

using the previous knowledge, reasoning, or general facts to decide the likely result of something

as likely as not [phrase]

used to indicate that something is equally probable to happen or not happen

to [be] in with a chance of {sth} [phrase]

to be likely for someone to succeed in doing something

could [verb]

used to show the possibility of something happening or being the case

easily [adverb]

in a manner that suggests something could very well happen or be true

Ex: The project might easily fail without more funding .

expected [adjective]

anticipated or predicted to happen based on previous knowledge or assumptions

Ex: The expected arrival time of the train is 3:00 PM , but there may be delays due to track maintenance .

I dare say [phrase]

‌used to express the probability of something

to lend color to something [phrase]

to add information or details to something in order to make it seem more credible or probable

like as not [phrase]

used to point out the probability of something

likely [adjective]

having a possibility of happening or being the case

Ex: Based on recent trends , it 's likely that the company will see an increase in profits next quarter .

to look [verb]

to be likely to occur or to appear to be the case

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might [verb]

used to express a possibility

Ex: We might go to the beach if the weather is nice .

no doubt [adverb]

used to say that something is likely to happen or is true

Ex: The team 's victory was achieved through hard work and determination , no doubt .

you will be (so|) lucky [sentence]

used to emphasize the fact that someone's expectations or wishes are very unlikely to be fulfilled

Ex: Leave your car unlocked again , and you will be so lucky if it 's still there in the morning .

on spec [phrase]

without any specific plans or assurance of success

ought to [verb]

used to talk about what one expects or likes to happen

Ex: They ought to win the game , considering their strong performance in recent matches .

outlook [noun]

one's thoughts or expectations regarding what will happen in the future

Ex: Despite the economic downturn , his outlook on the company 's future remained optimistic .

paradoxical [adjective]

appearing contradictory or conflicting but potentially true

Ex: The paradoxical nature of quantum mechanics challenges traditional understandings of reality .

perhaps [adverb]

used to express possibility or likelihood of something

Ex: She will perhaps consider the job offer , but she 's exploring other options .

possibility [noun]

possibility refers to the state or condition of being able to happen or exist, or a potential likelihood of something happening or being true

possible [adjective]

able to exist, happen, or be done

Ex: It is possible to learn a new language at any age .

presumably [adverb]

used to say that the something is believed to be true based on available information or evidence

Ex: The CEO 's sudden resignation is presumably linked to the company 's financial challenges .

presumption [noun]

a belief that something is true without any proof

probabilistic [adjective]

based on the likelihood of an event or outcome occurring

Ex: Statistical analysis often involves examining probabilistic relationships between variables .

probability [noun]

the likelihood or chance of an event occurring or being true

Ex: The researchers calculated the probability of success for their experiment .

probable [adjective]

having a high possibility of happening or being true based on available evidence or circumstances

Ex: The detective considered the suspect 's alibi to be probable , as it was supported by multiple witnesses .

probably [adverb]

used to show likelihood or possibility without absolute certainty

Ex: It will probably rain later in the evening , so bring an umbrella .

safe bet [noun]

‌a thing that is extremely likely to be true or happen

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set [adjective]

prepared or likely prepared for something

Ex:

to [stand] a chance [phrase]

to have a likelihood of success or achieving a desired outcome

Ex: Even in the face of adversity , if you believe in yourself , you stand a chance of overcoming challenges .

suspected [adjective]

(particularly of something bad) assumed to have happened or be the case without having any proof

Ex: The journalist wrote an article about the suspected corruption within the government , which stirred significant public interest .

ten to one [phrase]

extremely likely

Ex: Based on her track record , it 's ten to one that she 'll win the competition again .

well [adverb]

quite likely to happen or be true

Ex: This strategy could well lead to success .

will [verb]

used to express what one deems true or probable

odds [noun]

the likelihood or probability of something actually taking place

Ex: The doctor explained the odds of recovery , giving the patient hope despite the seriousness of the condition .

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