likelihood
/ˈlaɪklihʊd/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #4828 in the learning path
可能性
Definitions
n. the chance that something will happen
可能性
Example
Dark clouds increased the likelihood of rain this afternoon.
乌云增加了今天下午下雨的可能性。
Regular physical activity can reduce the likelihood of developing certain health conditions later in life.
经常进行体育活动可以降低晚年患上某些疾病的可能性。
Collocations
- the likelihood of
- increase the likelihood
- reduce the likelihood
- in all likelihood
Word family
- likely (adj.)
- unlikely (adj.)
Synonyms
- probability
- chance
Usage tip
常用likelihood of doing或likelihood that从句。
FAQ
- What does likelihood mean?
- the chance that something will happen
- How is likelihood pronounced?
- UK /ˈlaɪklihʊd/, US /ˈlaɪklihʊd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
