im·prob·a·ble

[im-prob-uh-buhl]
adjective
not probable; unlikely to be true or to happen: Rain is improbable tonight.

Origin:
1590–1600; < Latin improbābilis. See im-2, probable

im·prob·a·bly, adverb
im·prob·a·ble·ness, noun
su·per·im·prob·a·ble, adjective
su·per·im·prob·a·ble·ness, noun
su·per·im·prob·a·b·ly, adverb

impossible, impracticable, impractical, improbable.


questionable, doubtful, implausible.
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improbable (ɪmˈprɒbəbəl) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
not likely or probable; doubtful; unlikely
 
improba'bility
 
n
 
im'probableness
 
n
 
im'probably
 
adv

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Example sentences
Direct military intervention remains improbable because of its likely regional repercussions.
Yes, and about a thousand other improbable threats too.
But the best parts have the funny, improbable vitality of a bad joke carried way too far.
There are several reasons why a resort to this means of aiding the striking street car employes is improbable.
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