Likelihood

usgb/ˈlaɪklihʊd/
noun

The chance or probability of something happening.

The likelihood of rain tomorrow is high.
Visual representation of "likelihood" - The chance or probability of something happening

Often appears as...

  • high likelihood
  • low likelihood
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Estimating Future Events

Used when making an educated guess about future events, not certain but likely.

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Given the dark clouds, the likelihood of a storm tonight seems strong.
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Conveying Uncertainty

Even with a 'high likelihood', you're indicating there's some doubt.

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There's a high likelihood that she'll join us, but it's not guaranteed.
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Expressing Small Chances

When something is unlikely, 'low likelihood' implies it's not impossible, just not probable.

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There's a low likelihood of winning the lottery.
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chanceexpectfeasibilityoddplausibilitypossibilitypotentialprobabilityprospect
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