Definitions

unlikely

[uhn-lahyk-lee] / ʌnˈlaɪk li /

ADJECTIVE

not probable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

absurd implausible improbable inconceivable incredible rare remote strange unbelievable

WEAK

contrary doubtful dubious faint not likely out of the ordinary outside chance questionable slight unconvincing unheard-of unimaginable untoward

Antonyms

STRONGEST

believable common credible likely plausible possible probable reasonable regular tenable usual

WEAK

imaginable probably

Example Sentences

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The unlikely diplomat trying to end Europe’s bloodiest war since 1945 speaks in golfing metaphors and long asides about the nature of capital markets.

From The Wall Street Journal

Much will depend on the annual spring wage negotiations that sets the tone for wage growth, suggesting that another move up is unlikely before June.

From The Wall Street Journal

“It is why this is unlikely to impact capital markets or commercial banking access.”

From MarketWatch

Judging from the rest of the interview, we’re unlikely to get it.

From The Wall Street Journal

Yet as long as inflation persists at elevated levels, the mood of consumers is unlikely to improve much.

From MarketWatch

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