Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
not-likely
Adverbial phrase
/nɒt ˈlaɪkli/

Definition
A phrase used to express that something is improbable or has a low chance of occurring.

Examples
- It’s not likely that we will finish the project by tomorrow.
- The weather forecast says it’s not likely to rain this weekend.
- She said it’s not likely that she will attend the meeting.

Meaning
When something is described as ‘not-likely’, it suggests that there is a small possibility of it happening or being true.

Synonyms
- Unlikely
- Improbable
- Not probable