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- DictionaryLike·ly/ˈlīklē/
adjective
- 1. such as well might happen or be true; probable: "it was likely that he would make a televised statement"
- 2. apparently suitable; promising: "a likely-looking spot"
adverb
- 1. probably: "we will most likely go to a bar"
The meaning of LIKELY is having a high probability of occurring or being true : very probable. How to use likely in a sentence.
adjective. uk / ˈlaɪ.kli / us / ˈlaɪ.kli / Add to word list. B1. If something is likely, it will probably happen or is expected: Do remind me because I'm likely to forget. What's the likely outcome of this whole business? I suppose that might happen but it's not very likely. [ + that ] It's quite likely that we'll be in Spain this time next year.
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.
Meaning of likely in English. likely. adjective. us / ˈlaɪ.kli / uk / ˈlaɪ.kli / Add to word list. B1. If something is likely, it will probably happen or is expected: Do remind me because I'm likely to forget. What's the likely outcome of this whole business? I suppose that might happen but it's not very likely.
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.
1. Possessing or displaying the qualities or characteristics that make something probable: They are likely to become angry with him. See Usage Note at liable. 2. Within the realm of credibility; plausible: not a very likely excuse. 3. Apparently appropriate or suitable: There were several likely candidates for the job. 4.
You use likely to indicate that something is probably true or will probably happen in a particular situation. When people see that something actually works, they are much more likely to accept change.
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.
adjective. uk / ˈlaɪkli / us. likely adjective (EXPECTED) Add to word list. B1. expected: [ + to do sth ] Do remind me because I'm likely to forget. [ + (that) ] It's likely that he'll say no. Fewer examples. Are prices likely to be reduced any further? Smokers are more likely to suffer heart attacks.
Definition of likely adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
