Definition for
likely
– Probably; as may reasonably be supposed.
– Similar; congenial; kindred.
– That may be suitable; preferred for a particular reason or purpose; fit or adapted, or giving promise of being so: as, a likely subject for satire.
– Having likeness to truth; that seems or that may be true; credible; probable: as, a likely story.
– Hence Within the limits of probability; having a tendency; so situated or constituted that he or it will probably be or do something indicated: followed by an infinitive.
– Liable to happen or come about; in prospect or expectation.
– Such as may be liked; likable; pleasing; agreeable; commendable; promising; good.
More definitions and example sentences on Wordnik