probable

/ˈprɑbəbəl/
adjective
  1. Likely to happen or be true; having a good chance of being the case.
    • The most probable cause of the fire was a faulty electrical wire.
    • Rain is probable this afternoon, so take an umbrella.
    • It is probable that she will get the job because of her experience.
noun
  1. A person who is likely to be chosen for something, such as a team or a position.
    • The coach named three probables for the starting lineup.
    • Among the candidates, he is the strongest probable for the promotion.
    • She is a probable for the lead role in the school play.
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