Hyphenation of likelihood

How to hyphenate likelihood

likelihood is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, likelihood is hyphenated as:

like-li-hood

Syllables Count: 3
Characters Count: 10
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 10
Hyphens Count: 2

Hyphenation performed using the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. This result is approximate and has not been verified against authoritative sources.

Definitions of likelihood

likelihood is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

noun
The probability of a specified outcome; the chance of something happening; probability; the state or degree of being probable.
Example: In all likelihood the meeting will be cancelled.
noun
The probability that some fixed outcome was generated by a random distribution with a specific parameter.
noun
Likeness, resemblance.
Example: "There is no likelihood between pure light and black darkness, or between righteousness and reprobation." (Sir W. Raleigh)
noun
Appearance, show, sign, expression.
Example: "What of his heart perceive you in his face by any likelihood he showed to-day ?" (Shak)

Words nearby likelihood

likeable
likeableness
liked
likeful
likehood
likelier
likeliest
likelihead
(likelihood)
likelihoods
likeliness
likely
likeminded
likemindedness
liken
likened
likeness

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the use of hyphens to join words or parts of words. It plays a crucial role in writing, ensuring clarity and readability.

In compound terms like 'check-in', the hyphen clarifies relationships between words. It also assists in breaking words at line ends, preserving flow and understanding, such as in 'tele-communication'. Hyphenation rules vary; some words lose their hyphens with common usage (e.g., 'email' from 'e-mail'). It's an evolving aspect of language, with guidelines differing across style manuals. Understanding hyphenation improves writing quality, making it an indispensable tool in effective communication.