Word
probabilistic
Phoneticsprob·a·bilis·tic
US/ˌpɹɑbəbɪˈɫɪstək/
UK/pɹˌɒbəbɪlˈɪstɪk/
Definition
adj. relating to the study of chance or probability. It describes things that are likely to happen but not certain.
adj. relating to or based on the theory of probability. Often used to describe models or systems that account for uncertainty and statistical likelihood rather than absolute certainty.
Examples
“The weather forecast is a probabilistic model.”
“In many modern games, the outcome is determined by a probabilistic algorithm rather than a fixed set of rules.”
“The researcher argued that a probabilistic approach to the data was necessary to account for the inherent variability in human behavior across different cultural contexts.”
Examples
simple
“The weather forecast is a probabilistic model.”
contextual
“In many modern games, the outcome is determined by a probabilistic algorithm rather than a fixed set of rules.”
complex
“The researcher argued that a probabilistic approach to the data was necessary to account for the inherent variability in human behavior across different cultural contexts.”
Real-World Examples
“In addition to administering an online questionnaire, the researchers conducted statistical analyses to identify probabilistic clusters that explain how different forms of violence tend to occur together in the sample (latent classes).” “Because these processes can be inherently probabilistic, obtaining a predictable and reproducible response remains challenging.” Word family
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- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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