Likelihood (Noun)
Meaning
The probability of a specified outcome.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The forecasters analyzed the data to determine the likelihood of a hurricane hitting the coast.
- She discussed the likelihood of finding a job in her field after graduation with her career counselor.
- There is a high likelihood that the company will be acquired by a larger corporation.
- Researchers calculated the likelihood of a new vaccine being effective against the virus.
- The team evaluated the likelihood of their proposed project being approved by the investors.