like
li
hood
Plural
likelihoods
1
the probability or chance of something occurring
- There is a high likelihood of rain this afternoon, based on the forecast and the current cloud cover.
- The likelihood of winning the lottery is extremely low, given the odds of selecting the correct numbers.
- Based on his experience and expertise, the doctor assessed the likelihood of a successful outcome for the surgery.
- The team carefully evaluated the likelihood of various risks before proceeding with the project.
- Despite the likelihood of encountering challenges along the way, they remained optimistic about reaching their goal.
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