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UNLIKELY

(adj., adj.sat, noun, adverb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Unlikely.

How to pronounce unlikely:

US

Unlikely - as an adjective

Not likely to be true or to occur or to have occurred

Example: "Legislation on the question is highly unlikely"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
improbable18

Has little chance of being the case or coming about

Example: "An unlikely story"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
likely13

Unlikely - as an adjective satellite

Having a probability too low to inspire belief

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
improbable18unbelievable19unconvincing20

Unlikely - as a noun

Something or somebody considered unlikely.

Unlikely - as an adverb

In an improbable manner.

Example Sentences

"It is highly unlikely that she will win the lottery."
"The team's chances of winning the championship are unlikely."
"It's unlikely that he will pass the exam without studying."
"An unlikely coincidence brought them together."
"It's unlikely to rain tomorrow, so we can plan for a picnic."
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Word Game Points

Is UNLIKELY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, unlikely is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

UNLIKELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is UNLIKELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, unlikely is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
UNLIKELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is UNLIKELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, unlikely is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UNLIKELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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