What is the difference between probably and possibly?

You’re just saying that it could — at least theoretically — happen. So, if you say possibly, then you’re saying that something could be the case, whereas if you’re saying probably, you’re saying that not only can it be the case but that the chances are higher that it will happen than that it won’t.

How do you use probably in a sentence?

Probably sentence example

1. She was probably right.
2. He would probably know the fastest way.
3. He probably didn’t even realize what he said.
4. He was alright and they probably wouldn’t do it again.
5. I probably wouldn’t have known the difference, though.
6. They probably had a lot to discuss and most likely were not alone.

How do you use possibly?

possibly

1. 1 : in a possible manner : by any possibility that’s all she could possibly do.
2. 2 : by merest chance : perhaps possibly he will recover.
3. 3 : it is possible or imaginable : conceivably a political libel which may possibly damage me— G. B. Shaw.

Is possibly a yes or no?

Possibly seems a bit more formal. sounds really informal, if not uncouth. ‘Possible’ contrasts with impossible: the focus is on reality and is there some conflict with reality. ‘Maybe’ places an answer between ‘yes’ and ‘no’ but does not specify where.

How do you use possibly in a question?

You use possibly to emphasize that something definitely cannot happen or definitely cannot be done. No, I really can’t possibly answer that! There’s nothing more they can possibly do right. We cannot possibly risk so many innocent lives.

Does possibly mean yes or no?

Use “possibly” to say that something has a low chance of happening – 50\% or less. Use either “maybe” or “perhaps” to say that something has an equal chance of happening or not happening.

Should probably or probably should?

Both your examples are completely correct, but have slightly different emphasis. “I should probably do X” emphasizes more that X is the thing you should probably be doing. “I probably should do X” emphasizes more that you should probably be doing something, and that thing is X.

What does probably so mean?

adv. 1 sentence modifier; not used with a negative or in a question in all likelihood or probability.

What is the example of possibly?

perhaps; maybe: It may possibly rain today. in a possible manner: She has all the money she can possibly use. by any possibility: Could you possibly check this information for me?

What is difference between probably and maybe?

Different meanings Use “probably” to say that something has a high chance of happening – 50\% or greater. Use “possibly” to say that something has a low chance of happening – 50\% or less. Use either “maybe” or “perhaps” to say that something has an equal chance of happening or not happening.

What is the difference between probably and perhaps?

Perhaps/Maybe – is used when something or someone is uncertain or not sure (40\% – 60\% chance). Probably – means that there is a good chance of something happening (70\% – 95\% chance). Home

What is the difference between “probable” and “possible”?

Possible is a see also of probable. Probable is a see also of possible. As adjectives the difference between probable and possible. is that probable is likely or most likely to be true while possible is (usually|not comparable) able but not certain to happen; not impossible. As a noun possible is. a possible one.

What is the difference between “potential” and “possibility”?

Potential is a related term of possibility. As nouns the difference between potential and possibility. is that potential is currently unrealized ability (with the most common adposition being to ) while possibility is the quality of being possible. As a adjective potential. is existing in possibility, not in actuality.

What is the difference between plausible and probable?

Plausible is actually related to applause.If something is acceptable(i.e. it deserves an applause) or if something can be proven then it’s plausible. Plausible is reserved for theories and stuff. Probable means it is more likely to happen.