unlikely
Translation
unlikely, improbable, doubtful
Examples
It is unlikely to rain today.
It is unlikely to rain today.
He is an unlikely hero.
He is an unlikely hero.
It's unlikely that she will agree.
It's unlikely that she will agree.
Grammar Patterns
It is unlikely ((that ...)) not probable that... It's unlikely that she will agree.
It is unlikely ((to-inf)) not probable to... It is unlikely to rain today.
an unlikely ((noun)) an improbable (noun) He is an unlikely hero.
Similar Words
Synonyms: improbable, doubtful; Antonyms: likely, probable
Etymology
From the prefix 'un-' (not) and 'likely' (probable).
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'not likely'. If an event is unlikely, it is not likely to happen.