likely

adjective
/ˈlaɪk.li/

Meaning

probable or expected to happen
probably; having a high probability of happening or being true

Example Sentences

It is likely to rain this evening.

It will likely rain tomorrow according to the weather forecast.

Example Expressions

as likely as not

Synonyms

probable, possible, expected, plausible, probably, possibly, presumably, apparently
Entry 1
probable, possible, expected, plausible
Entry 2
probably, possibly, presumably, apparently

Antonyms

unlikely, doubtful, improbably, doubtfully
Entry 1
unlikely, doubtful
Entry 2
unlikely, improbably, doubtfully

Collocations

likely outcome, most likely, highly likely, not likely, very likely, quite likely, more likely
Entry 1
likely outcome, most likely, highly likely, not likely
Entry 2
most likely, very likely, quite likely, more likely

More Example Sentences

We are unlikely to finish before noon.

He is unlikely to forget your request.

The package is unlikely to arrive today.

They are likely to agree with your idea.

They are unlikely to reply before Monday.

We are unlikely to find a taxi at midnight.

She is unlikely to accept such a low offer.

He is likely to be late because of traffic.

We are likely to finish the project on time.

They are unlikely to change the policy quickly.

Related Vocabularies

Not feeling regret or shame about one's actions.
Not showing or feeling emotion; expressionless.
Wrong; incorrect.
Not fair or just; lacking in fairness or equality.
Producing much work or many results; very productive.
wise; showing good judgment; intelligent; perceptive

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