likelihood

Definitions

The state or fact of being likely; probability.

A chance or prospect of something happening.

Examples

There is a high likelihood that it will rain later this afternoon.

The likelihood of success increases significantly with proper preparation.

Experts are assessing the likelihood of a market recovery by the end of the year.

Synonyms

probability prospect chance possibility odds expectation aptness

Antonyms

improbability unlikelihood impossibility doubtfulness hopelessness uncertainty implausibility