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Comparative
more unlikely
Superlative
most unlikely
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having a low chance of happening or being true
- It's unlikely that it will rain tomorrow, as the weather forecast predicts clear skies.
- It's unlikely that she will change her mind about quitting her job; she seems determined.
- Winning the lottery is unlikely, given the astronomical odds against it.
- It's unlikely that he will arrive on time, considering his habitual tardiness.
- Being struck by lightning is unlikely, statistically speaking, but it's still important to take precautions during a thunderstorm.
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difficult to consider as plausible or believable
- He made an unlikely claim about finding treasure in his backyard.
- Her story seemed unlikely, but she insisted it was true.
- It's unlikely that the event will be postponed due to clear weather forecasts.