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The correct spelling is unlikely.
How to pronounce unlikely
/ʌnˈlaɪkli/
nounIPA: /ʌnˈlaɪkli/
Say it like: Unl-ike-lee
The correct spelling is unlikely. Something or somebody considered unlikely. For example: "It's very unlikely that you'll be able to walk perfectly after being in a cast for six months."
Usage Examples
“It's very unlikely that you'll be able to walk perfectly after being in a cast for six months.”
“unlikely means”
Meanings
noun
- 1.Something or somebody considered unlikely.
adjective
- 1.Not likely; improbable; not to be reasonably expected.
- 2.Not holding out a prospect of success; likely to fail; unpromising.
adverb
- 1.In an improbable manner.
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