!Thank you! Therefore, as always with such things, there’s confusion regarding the meaning and the usage of the words.Oxford Advanced Learner’s dictionary defines probable as “likely to happen, to exist or to be true”, while ‘possible’ is defined as “that might exist or happen but is not certain to”Probable implies that there is a very high chance or likelihood that a certain event might occur.

"a plausible pretext; plausible manners; a plausible delusion"Worthy of being applauded; praiseworthy; commendable; ready.Able but not certain to happen; neither inevitable nor impossible. while improbable to me means, not likely to happen/occur but could, and impossible to me, as meaning never can happen/occur under any circumstances. "a plausible pretext; plausible manners; a plausible delusion"Worthy of being applauded; praiseworthy; commendable; ready.Able but not certain to happen; neither inevitable nor impossible. Thank you!Yoiur last sentence, “It is possible, for example, for anyone to become fabulously wealthy, but the probability is infinitely variable.”.

For example, consider the sentences “It is possible that the storm is going to reach the city limits.

""Jones and Smith are both possible for the opening in sales.

As a noun possible is a possible one. The part that appeals to me is what is found in the final paragraph of this column, i.e., the difference in current usage. "yeah, it is possible". "Jones and Smith are both possible for the opening in sales." Running through the second sentence, it implies that it is very likely the city will be flooded.Also, the word Probability stems from the word probably.• Probable means it is very likely to happen, to exist, or to be true.• Possible means that something might happen, or might not. * Possible is the opposite of impossible. What is the difference between possible, plausible, and probable with relevant examples?

Folks the english language is hard enough to command, let’s not make it any more difficult than it already is? However, i see the word probable and possible as having the same meaning, could, might, able to happen/occur. Ideally, we approach the 4Ps in the order suggested in the nearby graphic. "Plausible" is used when there are degrees of uncertainty, doubt or veracity.

Possible (noun) A possible choice, notably someone being considered for a position. And probably heavy rain and the waves will flood the city”. It means a thing can happen. It's plausible to think that anyone of the OT geniuses (IQ 185+ or GTFO) could explain the difference between these words.

Capable of being accomplished or brought about; possible: a feasible plan. "A possible choice, notably someone being considered for a position. Although it is possible that someone will finish explaining the difference before me, but it's probable that I am the winner. "likely|plausible" "implausible" Possible (noun) A possible one. "Jones is a possible for the new opening in sales. Plausible definition is - superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious. Plausible definition, having an appearance of truth or reason; seemingly worthy of approval or acceptance; credible; believable: a plausible excuse; a plausible plot. And probably heavy rain and the waves will flood the city”. possible--1. Closely analyzing the first sentence, it is clear that it gives the sense that the storm reaching the city is not certain, but it can happen. The outcome in the case of possibility is uncertain.Coming from Engineering cum Human Resource Development background, has over 10 years experience in content developmet and management. What’s the difference between probable and possible?Strictly speaking, they’re unrelated, but in popular usage, their distinction is merely one of degree. Writing about the dramas of his day, Aristotle claimed that in a play the plausible-impossible was fine, but the possible-implausible was harmful to a play. I tried but I am still confused. "Rain tomorrow is possible, but I wouldn't bet on it. "Jones is a possible for the new opening in sales. Even though these words do not share the same roots, they convey an idea very slightly different from each other. On the other hand, possible means that the subject [whatever the word possible is describing about] might happen or might not happen, but there’s no certainty of the outcome.For example, consider the sentences “It is possible that the storm is going to reach the city limits. La différence entre Possible et Probable Le possible et le probable relèvent tous deux du faisable, mais le probable est plus avancé que le possible en terme de faisabilité. It's plausible to think that anyone of the OT geniuses (IQ 185+ or GTFO) could explain the difference between these words. There are four broad categories of futures, the 4Ps: they are the possible, plausible, probable, and preferred futures. for a position. ""It's possible for anyone to learn to pay the bagpipes. "Worthy of being applauded; praiseworthy; commendable; ready.Obtaining approbation; specifically pleasing; apparently right; specious; as, a plausible pretext; plausible manners; a plausible delusion.Using specious arguments or discourse; as, a plausible speaker.Capable of existing or occurring, or of being conceived or thought of; able to happen; capable of being done; not contrary to the nature of things; - sometimes used to express extreme improbability; barely able to be, or to come to pass; as, possibly he is honest, as it is possible that Judas meant no wrong.likely but not certain to be or become true or real; Probable and possible are two commonly used words in the English language. See more. feasible--1. I find I don’t have the time or interest to read the parts of these posts that give the etymology of the words, even though I’m sure some readers find this helpful and interesting. ""Jones and Smith are both possible for the opening in sales. for a position.

This hints at the meaning of the words.

Adjective (en adjective) Seemingly or apparently valid, likely, or acceptable; credible: a plausible excuse.

Possible (adjective) Being considered, e.g. You Can Believe This History of plausible "Rain tomorrow is possible, but I wouldn't bet on it.