Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unlikely

Adjective
/ʌnˈlaɪkli/
Definition
Not likely to happen or be true.
Examples
  • It is unlikely that we’ll see any rain tomorrow.
  • She gave an unlikely explanation for her absence.
  • The team has an unlikely chance of winning the championship.
Meaning
Something that is not expected or has a low chance of occurring.
Synonyms
  • Improbable
  • Uncertain
  • Dubious
  • Incredible
  • Unconvincing