Definition of likelihood
: probability a strong likelihood that he is correct — T. D. Anderson
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Examples of likelihood in a Sentence
There is a strong likelihood that he will be reelected.
the weatherman on TV said that the likelihood of rain today was fairly high
Origin and Etymology of likelihood
see 1likely
First Known Use: 14th century
LIKELIHOOD Defined for English Language Learners
likelihood
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: the chance that something will happen
LIKELIHOOD Defined for Kids
likelihood
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: probability 1 In all likelihood we will go.
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