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likelihood
[ lahyk-lee-hood ]
noun
- the state of being likely or probable; probability.
- a probability or chance of something:
There is a strong likelihood of his being elected.
- Archaic. indication of a favorable end; promise.
likelihood
/ ˈlaɪklɪˌnɪs; ˈlaɪklɪˌhʊd /
noun
- the condition of being likely or probable; probability
- something that is probable
- statistics the probability of a given sample being randomly drawn regarded as a function of the parameters of the population. The likelihood ratio is the ratio of this to the maximized likelihood See also maximum likelihood
Other Word Forms
- p·l·Ǵǻ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of likelihood1
Example Sentences
But the likelihood of a remake, reboot or sequel with any lingering value is slim.
We looked at the literature, and once you get to even just $500 in an account, the likelihood of a kid going to a two- or four-year school increases significantly.
The review in 2017 detailed a gender skew towards women-only households, a greater likelihood of women answering the door to TV Licensing Enquiry Officers and a higher chance of them engaging positively with an officer.
Detwiler said these plans typically include likelihood-severity models, which measure the likelihood of a hazard occurring with the severity of its potential consequences.
Now, some social media posts are claiming that Trump, once he takes office next year, may issue another check — a likelihood that experts say is extremely slim.
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