Word Meaning

likely definition and meaning

a. Worthy of belief; probable; credible; as, a likely story.
a. Having probability; having or giving reason to expect; -- followed by the infinitive; as, it is likely to rain.
a. Similar; like; alike.
a. Such as suits; good-looking; pleasing; agreeable; handsome.
a. Having such qualities as make success probable; well adapted to the place; promising; as, a likely young man; a likely servant.
adv. In all probability; probably.

Crossword clues for likely

- At hand
- Inclined
- On the cards
- Probable