Likely refers to something or an event having a high probability of occurring or being true; probable or expected. Etymology: [That is, like-like. See Like, a.] Likely is a census-designated place in Modoc County, California.
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The meaning of LIKELY is having a high probability of occurring or being true : very probable. How to use likely in a sentence.
Likely and unlikely are adjectives. We use them to say that something will probably happen or not happen in the future. We can use them before a noun, or with the verbs be, seem and appear: … (that's) a likely story! She will likely need surgery. As likely as not, she'll end up in court over this problem. Most likely he'll turn up late. not likely!
Usage: Likely as an adverb is preceded by another, intensifying adverb, as in it will very likely rain or it will most likely rain. Its use without an intensifier, as in it will likely rain is regarded as unacceptable by most users of British English, though it is common in colloquial US English
You use likely to indicate that something is probably the case or will probably happen in a particular situation. Experts say a "yes" vote is still the likely outcome. If this is your first baby, it's far more likely that you'll get to the hospital too early.
Likely in the senses "probably destined'' and "probably'' is often preceded by a qualifying word like very, more, or quite: The board is very likely to turn down the request.