Definitions and Examples of likely, probable, certain
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having a high probability of occurring or being true.
Example
It's likely to rain tomorrow, so don't forget to bring an umbrella.
Having a greater chance of occurring or being true than not.
Example
Based on the evidence, it seems probable that he was involved in the crime.
Definitely true or destined to happen; having no doubt.
Example
I'm certain that I locked the door before leaving the house.
Key Differences: likely vs probable vs certain
- 1Likely suggests a high probability of something happening.
- 2Probable suggests a greater chance of something happening than not.
- 3Certain suggests no doubt or uncertainty about something happening.
Effective Usage of likely, probable, certain
- 1Express Possibility: Use likely and probable to express the likelihood of something happening.
- 2Express Certainty: Use certain to express complete confidence in something.
- 3Avoid Misunderstandings: Use these antonyms to avoid misunderstandings when discussing probabilities or possibilities.
Remember this!
The antonyms of unlikely convey different degrees of possibility or probability. Use likely and probable to express the likelihood of something happening, and use certain to express complete confidence in something. These antonyms can help you avoid misunderstandings when discussing probabilities or possibilities.
