Definitions
- Describing a statement or argument that appears to be reasonable or believable. - Referring to a situation where something seems likely or possible based on available evidence. - Talking about a person who presents themselves in a convincing and credible manner.
- Referring to a situation where something is likely to happen or be true based on available evidence. - Describing a high degree of likelihood or probability. - Talking about a prediction or estimation that is based on evidence or past experience.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words express a degree of likelihood or possibility.
- 2Both words are used to describe situations that are based on evidence or reasoning.
- 3Both words can be used to make predictions or estimations.
What is the difference?
- 1Degree of certainty: Probably expresses a higher degree of likelihood than plausibly.
- 2Evidence: Probably is based on more concrete evidence or past experience, while plausibly may be based on circumstantial evidence or assumptions.
- 3Subjectivity: Plausibly can be subjective and dependent on the perception of the listener or reader, while probably is more objective.
- 4Usage: Probably is more commonly used in everyday language than plausibly.
- 5Formality: Plausibly is more formal and academic than probably.
Remember this!
Plausibly and probably are both adverbs that express a degree of likelihood or possibility. However, probably is more certain and objective, based on concrete evidence or past experience, while plausibly is more subjective and dependent on perception. Probably is also more commonly used in everyday language, while plausibly is more formal and academic.
