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Meaning of likely
The primary meaning of the word "likely" is having a high probability of happening or being true.
Etymology of likely
The word "likely" originates from Old English "līclīc", which is a combination of "līc" meaning "body" or "form" and the suffix "-līc" meaning "like" or "similar to"
Historically, the word evolved from meaning "having the form or appearance of" to "probable" or "expected"
Synonyms
probable
plausible
possible
potential
feasible
credible
believable
convincing
persuasive
reasonable
rational
logical
evident
apparent
obvious
likely
expected
anticipated
predicted
presumed
assumed
supposed
likely
probable
certain
inevitable
inescapable
unavoidable
imminent
impending
forthcoming
upcoming
Definitions
- Used to express that something is probable or expected to happen
- * Having a strong possibility of occurring or being the case
Usage Examples
- It is likely that the weather will be sunny tomorrow
- * She is likely to win the award for her outstanding performance
- * It is likely that the new policy will be implemented next year
Antonyms
unlikely
improbable
impossible
doubtful
uncertain
questionable
dubious
inconceivable
unimaginable
unbelievable
implausible
incredible
fanciful
far-fetched
unrealistic
unreasonable
irrational
illogical
unexpected
surprising
unforeseen
unprecedented