CEFR C1

improbability

noun

Meaning

The state or quality of being unlikely to happen or be true.

Examples

The sheer improbability of winning the lottery twice in one year is staggering.
Despite the improbability of success, they decided to pursue the ambitious project.

Synonyms: unlikelihood, remoteness, doubtfulness, inconceivability

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improbability (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪmˌprɒbəˈbɪləti/

Definition

The state or quality of being unlikely to happen or be true.

Examples

The sheer improbability of winning the lottery twice in one year is staggering.
Despite the improbability of success, they decided to pursue the ambitious project.
Scientists calculated the improbability of such a rare event occurring naturally.

Synonyms of improbability

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Antonyms of improbability

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