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- pronunciation:
- laI
kli
- parts of speech:
- adjective, adverb
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| inflections: |
likelier, likeliest |
| definition 1: |
to be expected; probable.
It is likely that she will pass the test.- synonyms:
- possible, probable
- antonyms:
- doubtful
- similar words:
- apparent, apt, liable, logical
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| definition 2: |
apparently true; able to be believed.
He says he lost his homework, but that's not a likely story.- synonyms:
- probable
- antonyms:
- incredible, unbelievable
- similar words:
- apparent, possible, reasonable
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| definition 3: |
fitting or appropriate.
Mr. Dill is a likely candidate for the job.- synonyms:
- apt, suitable
- similar words:
- appropriate, logical, promising
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| related words: |
dependent, distinct, earthly, eventual, future, potential |
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| part of speech: |
adverb |
| definition: |
probably.
He will likely be here tomorrow.- synonyms:
- probably
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| related words: |
easily |
| derivation: |
likeliness (n.) |
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