Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unlikely

adjective
/ʌnˈlaɪkli/
Definition
Not likely to happen or be true; improbable.
Examples
  • It’s unlikely that it will rain today.
  • He is unlikely to pass the exam if he doesn’t study.
  • The event seems unlikely to attract many participants.
Meaning
It indicates a low probability or expectation of occurrence.
Synonyms
  • improbable
  • dubious
  • remote