Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
probability
noun
/prəˈbæb.əl.ɪ.ti/
Definition
The measure of the likelihood that an event will occur.
Examples
- The probability of rolling a six on a fair die is one in six.
- She calculated the probability of rain tomorrow before planning the picnic.
- In poker, understanding the probability of getting a good hand can help you make better decisions.
Meaning
Probability is a branch of mathematics concerned with analyzing random phenomena and predicting the chance of various outcomes.
Synonyms
- likelihood
- chance
- odds
- prospect
