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What is another word for Improbable? – 209 Improbable Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    unlikely improbable inconceivable unbelievable implausible far-fetched fanciful unrealistic unreasonable doubtful questionable debatable uncertain unconvincing unsubstantiated unsupported unproven speculative hypothetical theoretical unsound illogical incongruous paradoxical preposterous absurd ridiculous laughable untenable implausible unfeasible impractical infeasible unsuitable inadvisable ill-advised unwise foolish irrational unreasonable senseless nonsensical false unfounded baseless groundless unwarranted unmerited undeserved unjustified unfathomable inexplicable incomprehensible bewildering perplexing puzzling mysterious enigmatic ambiguous vague obscure unclear indefinite indistinct indeterminate unascertainable unconfirmable unverifiable

    Meaning of Improbable

    The primary meaning of the word "improbable" refers to something that is unlikely to happen or be true.

    Definitions

    • Not likely to be true or to happen
    • Not according to reason or probability
    • Unlikely or improbable events, circumstances, or outcomes

    Etymology of Improbable

    The word "improbable" originates from the Latin words "in-" meaning "not" and "probabilis" meaning "provable" or "capable of being proven"
    The term has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe something that is unlikely or uncertain

    Example Uses

    • The idea that she would win the competition was improbable, given her lack of experience.
    • It's improbable that the two events are unrelated, considering the similarities between them.
    • The improbable story of their success has inspired many to pursue their dreams.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    likely probable plausible believable convincing reasonable rational sensible logical sound feasible practical advisable wise justified warranted merited deserved explicable comprehensible clear definite distinct determinate ascertainable confirmable verifiable certain sure undeniable unmistakable evident obvious apparent

    Related Nouns

    possibility probability likelihood chance uncertainty doubt skepticism incredulity unlikelihood improbability implausibility absurdity ridiculousness irrationality illogic incongruity paradox enigma mystery puzzle riddle secret ambiguity vagueness obscurity indecisiveness indecision hesitation uncertainty unpredictability

    Related Verbs

    happen occur take place come true materialize realize actualize prove demonstrate show evidence substantiate support verify confirm ascertain determine decide settle resolve clarify explain interpret understand comprehend perceive discern distinguish

    Related Adjectives

    unlikely improbable uncertain doubtful questionable debatable inconceivable unbelievable implausible far-fetched fanciful unrealistic unreasonable unconvincing unsubstantiated unsupported unproven speculative hypothetical theoretical unsound illogical incongruous paradoxical preposterous absurd ridiculous laughable untenable implausible unfeasible impractical infeasible unsuitable inadvisable ill-advised unwise foolish irrational senseless nonsensical false unfounded baseless groundless unwarranted unmerited undeserved unjustified