Unlikely — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Unlikely
Unlikely (adjective)
- not likely, improbable
- likely to fail, unpromising
Unlikely (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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not likely to be true or to occur
"in the unlikely event that the file is deleted or corrupted, you will want to have backup copies available"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unlikely
The most common words with a similar meaning to Unlikely:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unlikely
Words with the opposite meaning of Unlikely:
Near Antonyms of Unlikely
Origin & Etymology of Unlikely
First known use: 14th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Unlikely
- CEFR level: B1 English Vocabulary — Page 16
- Topics: Descriptions / Adjectives
Frequently Asked Questions about Unlikely
What does "Unlikely" mean?
"Unlikely" means not likely, improbable. As an adjective, it is defined as: not likely, improbable.
What is another word for "Unlikely"?
Other words for "Unlikely" include doubtful, dubious, far-fetched, flimsy, improbable, questionable and unapt. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unlikely" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Unlikely"?
There are 30 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unlikely". Common alternatives include doubtful, dubious, far-fetched, flimsy, improbable, questionable and unapt.
What is the opposite of "Unlikely"?
Antonyms of "Unlikely" include likely and probable. Near antonyms include believable, conceivable, credible and earthly.
How do you use "Unlikely" in a sentence?
Examples of "Unlikely" in a sentence: "in the unlikely event that the file is deleted or corrupted, you will want to have backup copies available".
Is "Unlikely" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Unlikely" is an adjective.
Is "Unlikely" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B1-level word, "Unlikely" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.
How do you pronounce "Unlikely"?
"Unlikely" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈlī-klē/ and divided into syllables as un·like·ly.