likelihood
Pronunciation:
/ˈlaɪklihʊd/noun
Definitions
The probability of a specified outcome; the chance of something happening; probability; the state or degree of being probable.
Example: In all likelihood the meeting will be cancelled.
The probability that some fixed outcome was generated by a random distribution with a specific parameter.
Likeness, resemblance.
Example: "There is no likelihood between pure light and black darkness, or between righteousness and reprobation." (Sir W. Raleigh)
Appearance, show, sign, expression.
Example: "What of his heart perceive you in his face by any likelihood he showed to-day ?" (Shak)