CEFR B1

improbably

Translation

ありそうもなく / 信じられないほど / 意外にも

Meaning

Occurring or existing in a way that seems unlikely, unbelievable, or contrary to what one would expect.

Examples

  • The team managed to win the championship, improbably beating their rivals in the final match.
    The team managed to win the championship, improbably beating their rivals in the final match.
  • He arrived at the formal dinner improbably dressed in shorts and a t-shirt.
    He arrived at the formal dinner improbably dressed in shorts and a t-shirt.