likely

US /ˈlaɪ.kli/
UK /ˈlaɪ.kli/
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1.

probable or apparently true; to be expected

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It's likely to rain tomorrow.
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The most likely outcome is a draw.
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probablepossibleexpectedanticipatedforeseeable
2.

having a high probability of doing something or being something

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She's a likely candidate for the job.
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He's not likely to give up easily.
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aptproneinclineddisposedliable
1.

probably

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He will likely arrive late.
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It's likely that the meeting will be postponed.
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probablypresumablypossiblyaptlypotentially
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