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- Dictionarylikely/ˈlʌɪkli/
adjective
- 1. such as well might happen or be true; probable: "speculation on the likely effect of opting out" Similar Opposite
- 2. apparently suitable; promising: "a likely-looking spot" Similar
adverb
- 1. probably: "we will most likely go to a bar"
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LIKELY definition: 1. If something is likely, it will probably happen or is expected: 2. probably: 3. probably: . Learn more.
having a good chance of happening or being something; probable or expected. the most likely explanation/outcome/scenario. the likely cause/consequence. a likely nominee/contender/winner. A threat level of ‘Severe’ means a terrorist attack is highly likely. They might ask for help or, more likely, just give up.
The meaning of LIKELY is having a high probability of occurring or being true : very probable. How to use likely in a sentence.
Likely is an adjective that's perfect for describing things you can imagine happening, such as the likely destination of next summer's vacation. Any time that something is in the cards, or bound to happen, you can explain that it's likely to happen.
Be likely to is used to talk about how probable things are: …. Likely and unlikely. Likely and unlikely are adjectives. We use them to say that something will probably happen or not happen in the future. We can use them before a noun, or with the verbs be, seem and appear: ….
seeming like truth, fact, or certainty; reasonably to be believed or expected; believable: a likely story. seeming to fulfill requirements or expectations; apparently suitable: a likely place for a restaurant. Synonyms: appropriate. showing promise of achievement or excellence; promising: a fine, likely young man. adverb. probably:
You use likely to indicate that something is probably the case or will probably happen in a particular situation. Experts say a 'yes' vote is still the likely outcome. If this is your first baby, it's far more likely that you'll get to the hospital too early. Francis thought it likely John still loved her.
