Unlikely definition
The definition of unlikely is something that is probably not going to happen or that has a very slim chance of occurring.
The chance of snow in June in Florida is an example of something that would be described as unlikely.
adjective
Something or somebody considered unlikely.
noun
Not likely; improbable; not to be reasonably expected; as, an unlikely event; the thing you mention is very unlikely. Not holding out a prospect of success; likely to fail; unpromising; as, unlikely means.
It's very unlikely that you'll be able to walk perfectly after being in a cast for six months.
adjective
Improbably.
He may, not unlikely, join us.
adverb
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Not promising; likely to fail.
adjective
Not likely to happen or be true; improbable.
adjective
Not likely to succeed; not promising.
adjective
Not likely; improbable.
adjective
Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
unlikely
Plural:
unlikeliesAdjective
Base Form:
unlikely
Comparative:
unlikelier
Superlative:
unlikeliestOrigin of unlikely
- un- +"Ž likely
From Wiktionary