likelihood

noun
UK: /ˈlaɪklihʊd/
US: /ˈlaɪklihʊd/

  1. The chance that something will happen.

    1. There is a high likelihood of rain today, so take an umbrella.
    2. Due to the advanced warning systems, the likelihood of casualties from the hurricane has decreased.

  2. The state of being likely or probable.

    1. The likelihood of success is small, but we can still try.
    2. Given his past performance, the likelihood he will complete the project on time is very slim.

Synonyms

chance odds possibility prospect probability

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "likelihood" in English means: The chance that something will happen., The state of being likely or probable..

The phonetic transcription of "likelihood" is /ˈlaɪklihʊd/ in British English and /ˈlaɪklihʊd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "likelihood": chance, odds, possibility, prospect, probability.

Example usage of "likelihood": "There is a high likelihood of rain today, so take an umbrella.". More examples on the page.