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Something or somebody considered likely.

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

Example: Rain is likely later this afternoon.

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

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

Appropriate, suitable; believable; having a good potential

Example: Jones is a likely candidate for management.

Plausible; within the realm of credibility

Example: not a very likely excuse.

Similarly.

Probably.

Example: Likely he’ll win the election in this economy.