unlikely
Pronunciation: [ʌnˈlaɪkli]
Word
Context: "expectation"
(adjective) when something is not expected to happen or is not probable. If you think something probably won’t happen, you can say it's unlikely.
Example
It is unlikely that it will rain today since the sun is shining.
Example
It was very likely that they would win the game, not unlikely at all.
Example
Do you think it is unlikely that he will come to the party?
Context: "opportunity"
(adjective) when there is a small chance for something to occur. If you don't think it will happen, you can describe it as unlikely.
Example
She found it unlikely that she would get the part in the play, but she tried out anyway.
Example
It was unlikely to win the lottery, but some people do.
Example
Why do you think it's unlikely for him to get the job?
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