probabilˈiorism noun

The doctrine that in case of doubt one is constrained to choose the more probable opinion

probabilˈiorist noun

probˈabilism noun

1. The doctrine that in a disputed or doubtful case of law one should follow the opinion supported by a recognized Doctor of the Church (RC theol)
2. The theoretical premise that knowledge, scientific rules, etc cannot be absolute but can suffice to represent probability (philosophy)

probˈabilist noun

probabilisˈtic adjective

probabilˈity noun (pl probabilˈities)

1. The quality of being probable, likelihood
2. The appearance of truth
3. That which is probable
4. The chance or likelihood of something happening
5. A measure of the likelihood of something occurring, expressed as a ratio of positive cases to total potential cases

probˈably adverb

probability theory noun

The branch of mathematics concerned with quantities that have random distribution and the likelihood of the occurrence of particular events

probable cause noun (law)

1. Reasonable grounds for taking an action such as making an arrest or a search
2. (in Scotland) an entitlement to legal aid based on having a proveable case

probable error noun

A quantity assumed as the value of an error, such that the chances of the real error being greater are equal to those of its being less

probable evidence noun

Evidence not conclusive, but carrying some degree of force

in all probability

Quite probably