- probably or apparently destined (usually followed by an infinitive): something not likely to happen.
- seeming like truth, fact, or certainty; reasonably to be believed or expected; believable: a likely story.
- seeming to fulfill requirements or expectations; apparently suitable: a likely place for a restaurant.
- showing promise of achievement or excellence; promising: a fine, likely young man.
- probably: We will likely stay home this evening.
- tending or inclined; apt
- probable
- believable or feasible; plausible
- appropriate for a purpose or activity
- having good possibilities of success
- attractive, agreeable, or enjoyable
- probably or presumably
- very probably
