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likelihood

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  1. noun

    The probability of a specified outcome; the chance of something happening; probability; the state or degree of being probable.

    Example: In all likelihood the meeting will be cancelled.

  2. noun

    The probability that some fixed outcome was generated by a random distribution with a specific parameter.

  3. noun

    Likeness, resemblance.

    Example: "There is no likelihood between pure light and black darkness, or between righteousness and reprobation." (Sir W. Raleigh)

  4. noun

    Appearance, show, sign, expression.

    Example: "What of his heart perceive you in his face by any likelihood he showed to-day ?" (Shak)