probably
UK/'prɒbәbli/US
NGSL 1kA2
Definitions
adv.
Almost certainly; very likely
可能；大概；很可能
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedprobableto test, to approve, to disapprove
+
-lyin the manner of
=probably
probable (likely) + -ly (adverb) = in a likely way. Transparent adverb of probable; it ranks high on the certainty scale — stronger than maybe or possibly.
Example Sentences
- 1.
She's probably already left for the airport.
- 2.
It will probably rain this afternoon.