What does improbable mean?

"Improbable" means something that is unlikely to happen. It suggests that there is a low chance of something occurring, but it doesn't mean it's impossible.

Here are some synonyms for improbable:

* Unlikely

* Unfeasible

* Unrealistic

* Remote

* Doubtful

* Slim chance

Examples:

* It's improbable that I'll win the lottery. (There's a very small chance, but it's not impossible.)

* The team's victory was improbable after being down by so many points. (It was unlikely they would win.)

* The scientist's theory is improbable, but it's worth investigating further. (It's unlikely to be true, but it's not impossible.)

The opposite of improbable is probable or likely.