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How to pronounce likely
Say it like this: /ˈlaɪkli/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does likely mean?
adjProbable; having a greater-than-even chance of occurring.
“Rain is likely later this afternoon.”
Reasonably to be expected; apparently destined, probable.
“Do you think there's likely to be snow?”
Appropriate, suitable; believable; promising, having a good potential.
“Jones is a likely candidate for management.”
nounSomething or somebody considered likely.
advProbably.
“Likely he’ll win the election in this economy.”
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