Explanation
A measure or judgement of how expected an event is or how plausible an assumption may be. It orders uncertainty by degree rather than only separating true from false.
Example
The data favour this explanation but do not prove it.
Counterexample
Merely mentioning “Probability” without the described function is not a sufficient example.
Distinction
Do not equate it with a narrower subtype or a merely adjacent concept; the defining function is decisive.
Effect on thought and perception
It orders uncertainty by degree rather than only separating true from false.
Resonance
In the atlas, Probability forms a node joined by 2 previously unresolved reference lines.
Etymology
Technical core term; individual etymological review pending
Provenance
Unresolved relation network → second core-concept review → Metzler/HWRh cross-check → ATLAS 239
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Probability“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-CORE-239-068. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-CORE-239-068The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.