likelier
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Definitions oflikelier
- Probable; having a greater-than-even chance of occurring
Example: "Rain is likely later this afternoon."
- (as predicate, followed by to and infinitive) Reasonably to be expected; apparently destined, probable
Example: "He is likely to succeed at anything he tries."
- Appropriate, suitable; believable; having a good potential
Example: "Jones is a likely candidate for management."
- Plausible; within the realm of credibility
Example: "not a very likely excuse."
- Promising; apt to achieve success or yield a desired outcome
Example: "a likely topic for investigation."
- Attractive; pleasant
Example: "found a likely spot under a shady tree for the picnic."
- Similar; like; alike.
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