unlikely
/ʌnˈlaɪkli/
CEFR level B1Topic ThinkingWord #3198 in the learning path
不太可能的
Definitions
adj. Not expected to happen or be true.
不太可能的
adj. Surprising because someone or something does not seem suitable.
出人意料的；非典型的
Example
With such dark clouds, sunshine seems unlikely this afternoon.
云层这么黑，今天下午看来不太可能有阳光。
Public transport use is unlikely to increase unless services become more reliable and affordable.
除非服务变得更可靠、票价更实惠，否则公共交通的使用量不太可能增加。
Collocations
- unlikely to happen
- highly unlikely
- an unlikely friendship
Word family
- likely (adj.)
- likelihood (n.)
Synonyms
- improbable
Antonyms
- likely
- probable
Usage tip
常用be unlikely to do或It is unlikely that。
FAQ
- What does unlikely mean?
- Not expected to happen or be true. Surprising because someone or something does not seem suitable.
- How is unlikely pronounced?
- UK /ʌnˈlaɪkli/, US /ʌnˈlaɪkli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
