Definition of unlikely

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  • unlikely is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • unlikely is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
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Definition of unlikely

  • not likely to be true or to occur or to have occurred (adjective)

    Examples

    1. legislation on the question is highly unlikely

    Synonyms

    1. improbable
  • having a probability too low to inspire belief (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. improbable
    2. unbelievable
    3. unconvincing
  • has little chance of being the case or coming about (adjective)

    Examples

    1. an unlikely story
    2. an unlikely candidate for reelection
    3. a butcher is unlikely to preach vegetarianism

See definition of unlikely in Merriam Webster