noun

1. Something or somebody considered likely.

adjective

1. Probable; having a greater-than-even chance of occurring

   “Rain is likely later this afternoon.”

2. (as predicate, followed by to and infinitive) Reasonably to be expected; apparently destined, probable

   “He is likely to succeed at anything he tries.”

3. Appropriate, suitable; believable; having a good potential

   “Jones is a likely candidate for management.”

Synonyms: liable