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Meaning of likeliest

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

likeliest

adjective

Definitions

  1. Probable; having a greater-than-even chance of occurring

    Example: Rain is likely later this afternoon.

  2. (as predicate, followed by to and infinitive) Reasonably to be expected; apparently destined, probable

    Example: He is likely to succeed at anything he tries.

  3. Appropriate, suitable; believable; having a good potential

    Example: Jones is a likely candidate for management.

  4. Plausible; within the realm of credibility

    Example: not a very likely excuse.