probably

American  

[prob-uh-blee] / ˈprɒb ə bli /

adverb

1. in all likelihood; very likely.

   He will probably attend.

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probably British  

/ ˈprɒbəblɪ /

adverb

1. (sentence modifier; not used with a negative or in a question) in all likelihood or probability

   I'll probably see you tomorrow

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1. I believe such a thing or situation may be the case

Usage

What does probably mean? Probably means most likely or in all likelihood.Probably is the adverb form of the adjective probable, meaning “very likely to occur or be true.” Probably is used when you think something will happen or turn out to be true, but you’re not certain enough to say it definitely will.Example: My flight will probably arrive within the next few hours, but I can’t guarantee it.

Etymology

Origin of probably

First recorded in 1525–35; probable + -ly

Example Sentences

“I mean, I probably should have gone up the chain of command and asked the landlord’s permission, but I knew it was going to come out amazing,” Lopez said.

From Los Angeles Times

"I think if you look historically at the Black Caps, you would probably say that they're a team that have been great problem solvers," Walters told reporters.

From Barron's

The muted gains probably say more about the broader market than they do about Nvidia’s actual results.

From Barron's

I had done so many things, but people probably knew me most for “Maleficent,” but it was then fun to be in “The Great” and I’m playing an empress, but she’s not the Disney version.

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s abnormally warm and will probably stay warm at least through the weekend before we actually cool down.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• apparently
• doubtless
• no doubt
• perhaps
• possibly
• presumably
• seemingly