вероятный, возможный, подходящий, вероятно
прилагательное ↓
- обыкн. вероятный, возможный
where are you likely to be this evening? — где вы предполагаете быть сегодня вечером?, где вы скорее всего будете сегодня вечером? 
it is quite likely — весьма вероятно
I am likely to be in London next week — я, вероятно, буду в Лондоне на следующей неделе
he is not likely to forget her — он вряд ли забудет её
an incident likely to lead to war — инцидент, который вполне может привести к войне
- правдоподобный; заслуживающий доверия
a likely story — правдоподобная история
a likely account — заслуживающий доверия отчёт
that’s a likely story! — ирон. конечно!, всё так и было!
- подходящий, удовлетворительный
he seems a likely young fellow for the job — он, по-видимому, подходящий молодой человек для этой работы
- подходящий, удобный (для чего-л.)
likely place — подходящее место
what is the likeliest time to find him at home? — в какое время легче /удобнее/ всего застать его дома?
- подающий надежды
a likely subject — многообещающая тема
a fine likely boy — славный малый, который может далеко пойти
- амер. красивый; с располагающей внешностью
a likely child — милое /очаровательное/ дитя
наречие ↓
- вероятно (обыкн. most likely, very likely)
I shall very likely see you again — я скорее всего ещё увижусь с вами
as likely as not — вполне вероятно, возможно
he will forget all about it as likely as not — не исключено, что он обо всём этом забудет
Мои примеры
Словосочетания
likely contender — возможный кандидат
equally likely, equally possible — равновозможный
likely candidate — подающий надежды кандидат
likely young woman — привлекательная молодая женщина
likely / plausible / true story — правдоподобный рассказ
likely winner — возможный победитель, фаворит соревнований
maximum likely demand — максимально возможный спрос
likely error — возможная ошибка
most likely estimation — наиболее вероятная оценка
likely origin — правдоподобный источник
Примеры с переводом
She is likely to show up.
Вероятно, она появится.
He’ll very likely be late.
Скорее всего, он опоздает.
It is not likely to snow.
Непохоже, что будет снег.
I’ll most likely get there at about ten o’clock.
Я, вероятнее всего, буду там около десяти.
That’s a likely story!
Ага! Так я и поверил! (разг.; ирон.)
What is the likely profit of this whole business?
Какова вероятная прибыль от всего этого бизнеса?
Do remind me because I am likely to forget.
Напомни мне, пожалуйста, потому что я, скорее всего, забуду.
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Возможные однокоренные слова
like — любить, подобный, подобно, так, как бы, как будто, очень
likeable — приятный, привлекательный, милый, располагающий
likeness — подобие, сходство, образ, портрет, обличье, личина
unlikely — маловероятный, невероятный, вряд ли, едва ли, навряд ли
likeliness — вероятность
Формы слова
adjective
срав. степ. (comparative): likelier
прев. степ. (superlative): likeliest
Adjective
That seems to be the most likely explanation.
This looks like a likely spot for a picnic.
They regard him as a likely candidate for the job.
Adverb
He’ll very likely be late.
“Will it rain tomorrow?” “Most likely.”
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Vessels that had a reported casualty in the prior 10 years were three times as likely to be involved in disasters, Case said.
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Yereth Rosen, Anchorage Daily News, 8 Apr. 2023
Kingsbarns won the Grade 2 Louisiana Derby two weeks ago, and Forte established himself as the likely Kentucky Derby favorite by winning the Grade 1 Florida Derby last week.
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Just ask his coach, Brandon Naurato, about the likely No. 2 overall pick in June’s NHL draft.
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The dueling rulings set up a largely unprecedented legal battle, likely to reach the U.S. Supreme Court, over the FDA’s rigorous medication approval process.
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Taking the helm of North Chicago School District 187 nearly six years ago, Superintendent John Price inherited a school system with a high school graduation rate and freshmen on track rate — students likely to graduate after four years — of just 56%.
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Homemade laundry soap, on the other hand, often utilizes natural ingredients that are biodegradable and less likely to cause harm to the environment.
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Its use as a preventative agent rather than an actual course of treatment for active yeast infections is likely much more effective in the end.
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The robins, which are usually at least thinking of showing up, are likely quite a ways south yet, just waiting.
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Cornett added that the Isle of Palms Police Department received notice Friday morning about a large high school event that would likely take place that evening, according to the outlet.
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The closure of your only installment loan likely took a toll on your scores as well.
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The United States’ archipelago of military bases across Asia are equally vulnerable to hypersonic weapons, and would likely face attack from Chinese forces in the event of an invasion of Taiwan.
—Kyle Mizokami, Popular Mechanics, 8 Apr. 2023
The split likely puts the issue on an accelerated path to the U.S. Supreme Court.
—Lindsay Whitehurst And Alanna Durkin Richer, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2023
The split likely puts the issue on an accelerated path to the US Supreme Court.
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For example, thin, damaged, and highlighted textures should use a lower temperature, whereas curlier and coarser hair will most likely need a higher temperature to get the job done.
—People Staff, Peoplemag, 6 Apr. 2023
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like·ly
(līk′lē)
adj. like·li·er, like·li·est
1. Possessing or displaying the qualities or characteristics that make something probable: They are likely to become angry with him. See Usage Note at liable.
2. Within the realm of credibility; plausible: not a very likely excuse.
3. Apparently appropriate or suitable: There were several likely candidates for the job.
4. Apt to achieve success or yield a desired outcome; promising: a likely topic for investigation.
5. Attractive; pleasant: found a likely spot under a shady tree for the picnic.
adv.
Probably: They’ll likely buy a new car soon.
[Middle English likly, from Old English gelīclīc (from gelīc, similar) and from Old Norse līkligr (from līkr, similar); see līk- in Indo-European roots.]
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likely
(ˈlaɪklɪ)
adj
1. (usually foll by an infinitive) tending or inclined; apt: likely to rain.
2. probable: a likely result.
3. believable or feasible; plausible
4. appropriate for a purpose or activity
5. having good possibilities of success: a likely candidate.
6. dialect chiefly US attractive, agreeable, or enjoyable: her likely ways won her many friends.
adv
7. probably or presumably
8. as likely as not very probably
[C14: from Old Norse līkligr]
Usage: Likely as an adverb is preceded by another, intensifying adverb, as in it will very likely rain or it will most likely rain. Its use without an intensifier, as in it will likely rain is regarded as unacceptable by most users of British English, though it is common in colloquial US English
Collins English Dictionary – Complete and Unabridged, 12th Edition 2014 © HarperCollins Publishers 1991, 1994, 1998, 2000, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2014
like•ly
(ˈlaɪk li)
adj. -li•er, -li•est,
adv. adj.
1. probably or apparently destined (usu. fol. by an infinitive): something not likely to happen.
2. seeming like truth, fact, or certainty; believable: a likely story.
3. seeming to fulfill requirements or expectations; apparently suitable: a likely place to live.
4. showing promise of achievement or excellence.
adv.
5. probably: We will most likely stay home this evening.
[1250–1300; Middle English likli < Old Norse līkligr. See like1, -ly]
usage: likely meaning “probably” is often preceded by a qualifying word: The new system will quite likely increase profits. Some usage guides maintain that such a qualifier must always be present. However, likely without the qualifier is standard in all varieties of English: The new system will likely increase profits. See also apt, liable.
Random House Kernerman Webster’s College Dictionary, © 2010 K Dictionaries Ltd. Copyright 2005, 1997, 1991 by Random House, Inc. All rights reserved.
likely
, liable — Use likely if you mean «probable, expected»; use liable if you mean «bound by law or obligation.»
Farlex Trivia Dictionary. © 2012 Farlex, Inc. All rights reserved.
likely
1. used as an adjective
Likely is usually an adjective. You say, for example, that something is likely to happen.
These services are likely to be available to us all before long.
You can also say that it is likely that something will happen.
It is likely that his symptoms will disappear without treatment.
If this is your first baby, it’s far more likely that you’ll get to the hospital too early.
2. used as an adverb
In conversation and in informal writing, likely is sometimes an adverb with most, more than, or very in front of it, or as part of the phrase more likely than not. Don’t use it as an adverb on its own.
Profits will most likely have risen by about $25 million.
More than likely, the cause of her illness is stress.
More likely than not they would kill him if they found out who he really was.
Collins COBUILD English Usage © HarperCollins Publishers 1992, 2004, 2011, 2012
ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:
| Adj. | 1. | likely — has a good chance of being the case or of coming about; «these services are likely to be available to us all before long»; «she is likely to forget»; «a likely place for a restaurant»; «the broken limb is likely to fall»; «rain is likely»; «a likely topic for investigation»; «likely candidates for the job»
possible — capable of happening or existing; «a breakthrough may be possible next year»; «anything is possible»; «warned of possible consequences» unlikely — has little chance of being the case or coming about; «an unlikely story»; «an unlikely candidate for reelection»; «a butcher is unlikely to preach vegetarianism» |
| 2. | likely — likely but not certain to be or become true or real; «a likely result»; «he foresaw a probable loss»
probable |
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| 3. | likely — expected to become or be; in prospect; «potential clients»
potential prospective — of or concerned with or related to the future; «prospective earnings»; «a prospective mother»; «a prospective bride»; «the statute is solely prospective in operation» |
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| 4. | likely — within the realm of credibility; «not a very likely excuse»
believable, credible — capable of being believed; «completely credible testimony»; «credible information» |
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| Adv. | 1. | likely — with considerable certainty; without much doubt; «He is probably out of the country»; «in all likelihood we are headed for war»
belike, in all likelihood, in all probability, probably |
Based on WordNet 3.0, Farlex clipart collection. © 2003-2012 Princeton University, Farlex Inc.
likely
adjective
4. appropriate, promising, pleasing, fit, fair, favourite, qualified, suitable, acceptable, proper, hopeful, agreeable, up-and-coming, befitting He seemed a likely candidate to becoming Prime Minister.
Collins Thesaurus of the English Language – Complete and Unabridged 2nd Edition. 2002 © HarperCollins Publishers 1995, 2002
likely
adjective
1. Having a chance of happening or being true:
2. Based on probability or presumption:
Idiom: taken for granted.
3. Capable of being anticipated, considered, or imagined:
Idioms: humanly possible, within the bounds of possibility.
4. Inspiring confidence or hope:
5. Having or showing a tendency or likelihood:
The American Heritage® Roget’s Thesaurus. Copyright © 2013, 2014 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.
Translations
pravděpodobnývhodný
muligsandsynlig
todennäköinenuskottavalupaavaluultavamahdollinen
vjerojatno
hentugurlíklegur
･･･しそうな
있을 법한
verjeten
sannolik
เป็นไปได้
có thể xảy ra
likely
[ˈlaɪklɪ]
A. ADJ (likelier (compar) (likeliest (superl)))
Collins Spanish Dictionary — Complete and Unabridged 8th Edition 2005 © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1971, 1988 © HarperCollins Publishers 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997, 2000, 2003, 2005
Collins English/French Electronic Resource. © HarperCollins Publishers 2005
likely
Collins German Dictionary – Complete and Unabridged 7th Edition 2005. © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1980 © HarperCollins Publishers 1991, 1997, 1999, 2004, 2005, 2007
Collins Italian Dictionary 1st Edition © HarperCollins Publishers 1995
like1
(laik) adjective
the same or similar. They’re as like as two peas.
preposition
the same as or similar to; in the same or a similar way as. He climbs like a cat; She is like her mother.
noun
someone or something which is the same or as good etc as another. You won’t see his like / their like again.
conjunction
(especially American) in the same or a similar way as. No-one does it like he does.
ˈlikely adjective
1. probable. the likely result; It’s likely that she’ll succeed.
2. looking etc as if it might be good, useful, suitable etc. a likely spot for a picnic; She’s the most likely person for the job.
ˈlikelihood noun
probability.
ˈliken verb
to think or speak of as being similar; to compare. He likened the earth to an apple.
ˈlikeness noun
1. (a) similarity or resemblance. The likeness between them is amazing.
2. a representation of a a person etc in a photographic or painted portrait etc. That photo of Mary is a good likeness.
ˈlikewise adverb
1. in the same or a similar manner. He ignored her, and she ignored him likewise.
2. also. Mrs. Brown came, likewise Mrs. Smith.
like-ˈminded adjective
having a similar opinion or purpose.
a likely story!
I don’t believe it!.
as likely as not
probably. As likely as not, he won’t remember to come.
be like someone
to be typical of someone. It isn’t like him to be late.(=Geç kalmak onun adeti değildir.)
feel like
to be inclined, willing or anxious to (do or have something). I don’t feel like going out; I expect he feels like a cup of tea.
he etc is likely to
it is probable that he etc will. He is likely to fail.
look like
1. to appear similar to. She looks very like her mother.
2. to show the effects, signs or possibility of. It looks like rain.
not likely!
certainly not!. `Would you put your head in a lion’s mouth?’ `Me? Not likely!’
Kernerman English Multilingual Dictionary © 2006-2013 K Dictionaries Ltd.
likely
→ مُحْتَمَلٌ pravděpodobný sandsynlig wahrscheinlich πιθανός probable todennäköinen probable vjerojatno probabile ･･･しそうな 있을 법한 waarschijnlijk sannsynlig prawdopodobny provável возможный sannolik เป็นไปได้ olası có thể xảy ra 很可能的
Multilingual Translator © HarperCollins Publishers 2009
If something’s probably true, it’s likely. When you walk in the rain, it’s likely that your shoes will get wet.
Likely is an adjective that’s perfect for describing things you can imagine happening, such as the likely destination of next summer’s vacation. Any time that something is in the cards, or bound to happen, you can explain that it’s likely to happen. Though it’s rarely used this way today in American English, one meaning of likely since the 15th century has been «good looking or attractive.»
Definitions of likely
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adjective
having a good chance of being the case or of coming about
“these services are
likely to be available to us all before long”“she is
likely to forget”“a
likely place for a restaurant”“the broken limb is
likely to fall”“rain is
likely”“a
likely topic for investigation”“likely candidates for the job”
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Synonyms:
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apt, liable
at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant
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probable
apparently destined
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promising
showing possibility of achievement or excellence
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possible
capable of happening or existing
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apt, liable
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adjective
likely but not certain to be or become true or real
“a
likely result”-
synonyms:
probable
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equiprobable
equally probable
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presumptive
having a reasonable basis for belief or acceptance
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verisimilar
appearing to be true or real
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equiprobable
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adjective
expected to become or be; in prospect
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synonyms:
potential
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prospective
of or concerned with or related to the future
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prospective
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adjective
within the realm of credibility
“not a very
likely excuse”-
Synonyms:
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believable, credible
capable of being believed
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believable, credible
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adverb
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
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В этой статье вы познакомитесь c английскими прилагательными likely и unlikely, с помощью которых можно выражать speculation (предположение).
Прилагательные likely и unlikely выражают вероятность события и ее отсутствие, соответственно.
She is unlikely to get this job.
Она вряд ли получит эту работу.
It is likely that in a few hours the rain will start.
Вполне вероятно, что через несколько часов начнется дождь.
В грамматике английского языка использование прилагательных likely и unlikely подчиняется следующим формулам:
It’s likely that in the future we will be able to travel in a spaceship.
Вполне вероятно, что в будущем мы сможем путешествовать на космическом корабле.
NB! Используя likely / unlikely, мы можем рассуждать о будущих и прошлых событиях.
It’s unlikely that they took his phone.
Маловероятно, что они забрали его телефон.
Emily is likely to get a good score on her exam.
Эмили, скорее всего, получит хорошую оценку на экзамене.
They are unlikley to arrive on time.
Вряд ли они прибудут вовремя.
Степени сравнения прилагательных likely и unlikely строятся с помощью наречий: quite — достаточно, very — очень, more — намного, the most — самый и т.д.
Happy people are more likely to live longer.
По большей вероятности счастливые люди будут жить дольше.
The Italians are the most likely to win the World Cup.
У итальянцев больше всего шансов выиграть чемпионат мира.
It’s very unlikely she will come back to him.
Очень маловероятно, что она вернется к нему.
Узнайте, какой сравнительный оборот часто используют в английском языке на продвинутом уровне, перейдя по ссылке.
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adjective, like·li·er, like·li·est.
probably or apparently destined (usually followed by an infinitive): something not likely to happen.
seeming like truth, fact, or certainty; reasonably to be believed or expected; believable: a likely story.
seeming to fulfill requirements or expectations; apparently suitable: a likely place for a restaurant.
showing promise of achievement or excellence; promising: a fine, likely young man.
adverb
probably: We will likely stay home this evening.
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Origin of likely
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English likli, from Old Norse līkligr; see like1, -ly
usage note for likely
Likely in the senses “probably destined” and “probably” is often preceded by a qualifying word like very, more, or quite: The board is very likely to turn down the request. The new system will quite likely increase profits. However, despite statements to the contrary in some usage guides, likely in these senses is standard without such a qualifier in all varieties of English: It will likely be a bitter debate. The shipment will likely arrive on Thursday. See also apt, liable.
Words nearby likely
like greased lightning, like hell, like hot cakes, go, like it or lump it, likelihood, likely, likely as not, like mad, like-minded, liken, likeness
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Words related to likely
acceptable, expected, fair, feasible, inclined, possible, prone, reasonable, presumably, achievable, anticipated, assuring, attainable, conceivable, conjecturable, credible, destined, disposed, favorite, given to
How to use likely in a sentence
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A Quinnipiac University poll released Wednesday showed Graham and Harrison each winning the backing of 48 percent of likely voters in the state.
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If it’s good enough for likely half the cantinas in Mexico, it’s good enough for your Netflix party.
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Sara Gideon, the Democratic speaker of the Maine House of Representatives, leads Collins, 54 percent to 42 percent, among likely voters in the Quinnipiac University poll, which was released Wednesday.
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Most likely that would be in the form of passage of the Equality Act.
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Perhaps most notably, a poll released on Tuesday by Monmouth University found Biden up by 3 to 5 points among likely voters, depending on turnout.
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“I’m deeply suspicious obviously because he went to China,” said the man-most-likely-to-accuse-you-of-being-a-spy, Dick Cheney.
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If not, then what happens to his case that Romney would be less-likely to spark a war with Iran?
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All these most-likely-innocent people, subjected to such hard looks.
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The 50 likely-votes would be targeted by the right and face howling pressure.
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Hillary Clinton and John Edwards seemed doomed to risk their presidencies on a likely-to-fail big bang health-care initiative.
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But it is no use digging here; it was full five-and-twenty miles from here the likely-looking place.
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He was a likely-lookin’ chap enough, but very dark-complected an’ sallow-like, with a bad eye, showin’ a lot o’ the white.
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The feller said to him, seein’ me drive up: ‘That’s a putty likely-lookin’ hoss.
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My idea is, said David, that we get the Argo and sail round the island till we sight a likely-looking cliff.
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It was a grand place for birds’ nests, and we made very slow progress as we poked about, peering into every likely-looking spot.
British Dictionary definitions for likely
adjective
(usually foll by an infinitive) tending or inclined; aptlikely to rain
probablea likely result
believable or feasible; plausible
appropriate for a purpose or activity
having good possibilities of successa likely candidate
dialect, mainly US attractive, agreeable, or enjoyableher likely ways won her many friends
adverb
probably or presumably
as likely as not very probably
Word Origin for likely
C14: from Old Norse līkligr
usage for likely
Likely as an adverb is preceded by another, intensifying adverb, as in it will very likely rain or it will most likely rain. Its use without an intensifier, as in it will likely rain is regarded as unacceptable by most users of British English, though it is common in colloquial US English
Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
В английском языке масса способов выразить вероятность и предположение: прежде всего это модальные глаголы (might, must, can’t), а также слова и словосочетания, выражающие возможность и вероятность (maybe, it’s possible), к ним также относятся – likely и probably. Likely и probably сходны по значению , но отличаются грамматически. Likely – прилагательное, а probably – наречие, поэтому употребляются они с разными формами глагола. Изучим их грамматическое окружение подробнее.
Likely /Unlikely
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1. Likely выражает вероятность, если мы считаем, что что-то скорее всего произойдет. Likely употребляется c глаголом-связкой be и в сочетании с инфинитивом. На русский язык переводится: вероятно, по- видимому, скорее всего. |
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Примеры предложений
- People are more likely to notice pictures than the text in magazines.
- Люди, вероятнее всего, в журналах заметят картинки чем текст.
- Robert has worked so hard lately. He is likely to get a bonus this month.
- Роберт очень усердно трудится в последнее время. Он, по-видимому, получит премию в этом месяце.
- The Johnsons are going to move to Canada. They are likely to sell their house..
- Семья Джонсон собирается переехать в Канаду. Они, скорее всего, продадут свой дом.
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2. Выразить предположение отрицательно можно при помощи формы – be unlikely to (вряд ли, маловероятно). |
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Примеры предложений
- Drivers are unlikely to follow this rule.
- Водители вряд ли последуют этому правилу.
- Mexican skiers are unlikely to win the competition.
- Маловероятно, что мексиканские лыжники выиграют соревнования.
- He is unlikely to travel by plane. He hates flying.
- Вряд ли он полетит на самолете. Он ненавидит летать.
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3. Likely и unlikely также могут употребляться с придаточным предложением. Однако форма с инфинитивом более распространена. |
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Примеры предложений
- It is likely that women think more positively than men.
- Женщины, по-видимому, мысялт более позитивно, чем мужчины.
- It is unlikely that climate will change seriously.
- Маловероятно, что климат серьезно изменится.
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Will probably and probably won’t
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1. Probably указывает на возможность действия. В утвердительных предложениях probably предшествует основному глаголу, следуя за вспомогательным. В отрицательном предложении probably предшествует также и вспомогательному глаголу. |
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Примеры предложений
- After a long journey he will probably be too tired to fix something.
- После долгого путешествия он, вероятно, будет слишком уставшим, чтобы что-то чинить.
- Will we probably see each other at the weekend?
- Возможно, что мы увидимся на выходных?
- He probably won’t regret his choice.
- Он, вероятно, не будет жалеть о своем выборе.
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Learn how to to talk about probability in English with the word likely. It’s a word you’re likely to need!
In this video you’ll learn the common structures and collocations we use with likely and see how we use them in action. You’ll also learn an idiom where we always use it ironically.
And finally you’ll learn what happens to a marshmallow if you cook it in the microwave for 60 seconds. Mmmm. Irresistable!
Click here to learn how to talk about possibilities with if and in case.
Click here to learn some more ways we talk about the future.
An important word for talking about what’s probable
In today’s lesson we’re going to perform an experiment.
We’re going to cook this marshmallow in the microwave.
What do you think is likely to happen?
Yeah, what’s the likely outcome – the likely result?
Keep watching and you’ll find out.
Here’s a word you’re likely to need. What kind of word is it? An adjective? An adverb? It looks like an adverb, and it can be, but it can also be an adjective. Likely means probable or expected. So a likely outcome or result is one we think is probable.
We use likely is several different ways so let’s see some examples.
A giant storm has hit the north east of the US from Washington all the way up to Boston. Many school are closed, flights are canceled and wide-scale damage is more than likely. Let’s check in with our correspondent in Philadelphia, Vicki Hollett. Vicki, tell us all about this snow.
Hello Jay. As you can see we’re in the middle of a big storm here. They’re saying we’re very likely to get a foot of snow today with strong winds topping 60 miles per hour. It’s also likely there will be power outages.
The snow looks very pretty but the forecast is serious, right?
Yes. This snow isn’t light and fluffy. It’s wet, heavy snow. And that means when it accumulates on the branches, they’re likely to bend and break and that can bring down power lines creating more chaos.
So it’s unlikely that things will be back to normal any time soon. Is there any news on when the snow’s going to stop?
Yes. It’s not likely to stop until late tonight, with the winds getting worse. Oh my!
OK, thanks Vicki. Stay safe out there and keep warm. Vicki? Vicki?
We saw lots of examples there. Here’s the first pattern to note and it’s very common. We can use likely in front of verbs – notice the infinitive forms of verbs.
They’re saying we’re very likely to get a foot of snow today.
When it accumulates on the braches, they’re likely to bend and break.
So ‘to get’ – ‘to bend’, infinitive forms of verbs.
And notice that ‘very’. If we want to add emphasis, we use adverbs like very, highly, extremely, quite, and it makes the meaning stronger. These words all collocate with likely which means you’ll often see them together, and the phrases all mean we think something is very probable. Here’s a similar one.
Many schools are closed, flights are canceled and wide-scale damage is more than likely.
If something is ‘more than likely’ then it’s more probable than probable – it’s almost certain.
Now, here’s a question. What’s the opposite of likely? We can say NOT likely.
Yes. It’s not likely to stop until late tonight.
And we can also say unlikely.
So it’s unlikely that things will be back to normal any time soon.
Likely – unlikely – they’re opposites. Notice those sentences both started with it’s. It is. It’s is a sort of dummy subject here. And let’s look at the second one again. Sometimes likely is followed by a ‘that clause’ and ‘will’. So likely that, and ‘will’. Here’s another example.
It’s also likely that there will be power outages.
This isn’t the most common pattern. Likely and the infinitive verb is more common, but you’ll see both structures.
Great! So now you know the key patterns to use with likely. What do you think? Are you likely to use the word likely? Tell us something that’s likely to happen or likely not to happen in the comments.
And what about those marshmallows? Do you remember that experiment? Let’s find out what happens.
What’s going to happen if we cook this marshmallow in the microwave for sixty seconds?
I’ve no idea.
Well, let’s try.
OK.
Right, I’m going to put it on for sixty seconds. What do you think is likely to happen? Do you think it’s likely to melt and turn into liquid?
Maybe. Or is it likely to turn brown and burn?
Do you think it’s likely to explode like a bomb?
Oh my goodness. I hope not.
I’m just glad that the microwave hasn’t blown up. It still could. Ooo. It’s coming down.
One. Aha! It’s stopped.
OK, let’s open the door and see what it’s like. Oh wow! Well look at that. That is one big marshmallow! This was the size that it went in at. And this is the size now.
That’s huge.
I know. It’s amazing, isn’t it. I’m going to squish it. Oh Jay. You’re going to love this.
I love marshmallows.
OK, the last thing. Here’s one more expression with likely. What do you think it means?
If story is likely it should be probable and expected, so something that sounds true and you can believe it easily. But we always use this particular phrase ironically, so it means the opposite. Instead of a story you can believe, it means a story you can’t believe. Something that can’t be true. Let’s see it in action.
Jay, I don’t understand. There were lots of marshmallows in this bag. Where have they gone?
The dog ate them.
Really?
Yes. Carter ate them all.
A likely story.
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What word means likely?
plausible
What does the phrase most likely mean?
: more likely than not : probably It will most likely rain tomorrow.
What is another word for most likely?
What is another word for most likely?
| probable | likely |
|---|---|
| feasible | anticipated |
| expected | apparent |
| foreseeable | plausible |
| potential | predictable |
Is it rude to say apparently?
Apparently, this is strictly prohibited, because it is always “offensive and rude.” I hate to be rude, but no it isn’t.
Is Duh a bad word?
2 Answers. According to Merriam Webster, duh is an interjection which has two meanings: used to express actual or feigned ignorance or stupidity. used derisively to indicate that something just stated is all too obvious or self-evident.
Is it rude to say duh?
For adults, “duh” is fine with casual friends, but it should never be used with any boss, manager, or coworker. In general, saying “duh” is fine informally but is not only rude but unprofessional with formal authorities at school or in the workplace.
What is a pregnant fish called?
Answer has 3 votes. swimmgirl. Answer has 3 votes. twit [twit] noun: A “pregnant goldfish”; which is impossible. Some species of fish do give birth to live young (e.g. guppies and some species of shark), but goldfish, like all cyprinids lay eggs.
What is a female fish called?
hermaphrodite
Is a git a pregnant goldfish?
Do you know what a pregnant goldfish is called? Some would try to make you believe that a pregnant goldfish is called a twit, or a twerp. In reality there is no term for a pregnant goldfish because goldfish never get pregnant! Female Goldfish lay eggs and the eggs are fertilised by male fish outside of the body.
How long is a goldfish pregnant?
There is no definite time that the goldfish stays pregnant but they carry the eggs until they are fertilized by the male. After release and fertilization, goldfish eggs hatch within two to seven days with the right water conditions and requirements.
What’s a baby goldfish called?
larvae
When a goldfish is pregnant?
There are three characteristics that show that your goldfish is female: A rounder, fuller belly, even when not pregnant. Shorter and rounder pectoral fins, which are the fins immediately behind the gills. A slightly thicker and more protruding anal vent, particularly as breeding season approaches.
Do goldfish eat their babies?
Do Goldfish Eat Their Babies? A goldfish will likely eat their own babies because when they mate they end up producing hundreds of eggs. Goldfish don’t have any paternal instincts, so they don’t recognize their own babies.
Is goldfish male or female?
Female goldfish usually have fat, round little bellies, full of eggs. Males show two distinct physical characteristics: 1) Roughened pectoral fins 2) raised bumps on their operculum (see picture below). This is most common in comet goldfish.
Do goldfish eat other fish?
Goldfish by nature are not aggressive, and are not predatory. The short answer would be, “No, they don’t eat each other”. Goldfish tend to browse for food, eating mostly what are bite-sized morsels, of anything edible. …
Which goldfish is best?
BREEDS
- Comet.
- Fantail.
- LionHead.
- Oranda.
- Ryukin. These fish are hardy and a good choice for beginners.
- Shubunkin. Known for their calico pattern, Shubunkins are very resilient and make a good first pet for new fish owners.
- Telescope. Aptly named for their protruding eyes.
- Veiltail. Gorgeous, delicate and can be rather rare.
Which goldfish is best for beginners?
Standard Goldfish (Carassius auratus) There are many varieties of goldfish, but beginners should start with long-body goldfish, including the comet, sarasa and shubunkin varieties. Fancy goldfish are better for more intermediate fish-keepers.
What fish can I mix with goldfish?
With these ground rules in mind, here are our top 10 tank mates that we have personally tested and found to be compatible with goldfish:
- Hillstream Loach.
- Brochis multiradiatus.
- Dojo Loach.
- Bristlenose Pleco.
- Rubbernose Pleco.
- White Cloud Mountain Minnows.
- Ricefish.
- Hoplo Catfish.
Are black goldfish rare?
Common goldfish come in a variety of colors including red, orange, blueish-grey, brown, yellow, white, and black. Although the color black is uncommon, yellow and black/white color pattern(trademarked as ‘pandas’) are rare.
What is the rarest goldfish color?
This rare Japanese goldfish is not seen very often, but the Tamasaba is a brightly colored red or red/white goldfish with an egg-shaped body and long single tail….Tamasaba or Sabao Goldfish.
| Breed | Tamasaba, Sabao or Mackerel Tailed Goldfish |
|---|---|
| Colors | Usually red/orange or Red and White |
What is the rarest gold fish?
Ranchus
What is a black goldfish called?
The Black Moor Goldfish is a black version of the Telescope Goldfish, which is believed to have been developed in China in the early 1700s. It was known as the Dragon Eyes or the Dragon Fish. In the later part of the 1700s, in Japan, it became known as the Demekin.
Why do black Moors die?
your ammonia/nitrate/nitrite is too high. it killed the fish. goldfish produce alot more ammonia than other fish. especially if it was a new tank, ur ammonia levels can suddenly spike up high enough to kill all your fish.