Definitions
- Referring to something that is likely to be true or happen based on available evidence or assumptions. - Describing a situation where one can make an educated guess or inference based on the information at hand. - Talking about a conclusion that can be drawn from the facts or circumstances presented.
- Referring to something that is likely to occur or be true based on statistical or logical analysis. - Describing a situation where the likelihood of an event happening is high based on past experience or evidence. - Talking about a conclusion that can be drawn from the available data or information.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is likely to happen or be true.
- 2Both words are used to make conclusions based on available evidence or assumptions.
- 3Both words are often used in formal or academic contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Degree of certainty: Probable implies a higher degree of certainty than presumable.
- 2Evidence: Probable is based on statistical or logical analysis, while presumable is based on assumptions or educated guesses.
- 3Usage: Probable is more commonly used than presumable in everyday language.
- 4Connotation: Probable is more neutral in tone, while presumable can have a slightly negative connotation of being uncertain or speculative.
Remember this!
While presumable and probable are synonyms that both describe something that is likely to happen or be true, there are some differences between the two. Probable implies a higher degree of certainty based on statistical or logical analysis, while presumable is based on assumptions or educated guesses. Additionally, probable is more commonly used in everyday language and can be used as both an adjective and a noun, while presumable is primarily used as an adjective and can have a slightly negative connotation.
