unlikely

Definition

  • adjective: not likely
  • used to say that something probably will not happen or is not true
  • synonyms: improbable, unpromising, unattractive

Examples

  • Her recovery is 'unlikely'. = It is 'unlikely' that she will recover. = She is 'unlikely' to recover.

  • In the 'unlikely event that' I win the lottery, I will pay off the mortgage.

  • It is 'unlikely' that the company will survive more than another year.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Actually, you did that. If you funnel your entire R & D budget into a fusion project that you then mothball, - your company is unlikely to thrive. - What are my options? Well, if you're unwilling to turn on the machine... - I can't. I can't, Lucius. - Well, then sit tight. (..)
    2012 The Dark Knight Rises