probable
- Likely to be the case or to happen; having a good chance of occurring. adjectiveIt is probable that it will rain tomorrow given the weather forecast.Given the evidence, it seems probable that the suspect is guilty.
- A person or thing that is likely to fulfill a particular role or function. nounThe coach announced the probables for the starting lineup in the next game.In the context of the election, she is considered a probable for the party's nomination.