Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

likely

adjective
/ˈlaɪkli/
Definition
probable or expected to happen
Examples
  • It is likely to rain tomorrow.
  • She is likely to win the competition.
  • The team is likely to finish in first place.
Meaning
If something is ‘likely,’ it means it has a good chance of occurring or being true.
Synonyms
  • probable
  • expected
  • certain
  • possible
  • apparent