improbable
Translation
improbable, unlikely, doubtful
Examples
It seems improbable that he will win the election.
It seems improbable that he will win the election.
She told an improbable story about meeting a ghost.
She told an improbable story about meeting a ghost.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) unlikely to be true or to happen It seems improbable that he will win.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unlikely, doubtful, questionable; Antonyms: probable, likely, certain
Etymology
From the prefix 'im-' (not) and 'probable' (likely). It literally means 'not probable'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'im-' means 'not'. So, 'improbable' is simply 'not probable', or not likely to happen.