LIKELY
/ˈlaɪkli/
6 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective, adverb
Definition of LIKELY
Something or somebody considered likely.
Probable; having a greater-than-even chance of occurring
"Rain is likely later this afternoon."
(as predicate, followed by to and infinitive) Reasonably to be expected; apparently destined, probable
"He is likely to succeed at anything he tries."
Appropriate, suitable; believable; having a good potential
"Jones is a likely candidate for management."
Similarly.
Probably.
"Likely he’ll win the election in this economy."
Examples of LIKELY in a Sentence
- "Rain is likely later this afternoon."
- "He is likely to succeed at anything he tries."
- "Jones is a likely candidate for management."
- "Likely he’ll win the election in this economy."
Word Details
Is LIKELY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LIKELY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LIKELY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LIKELY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | i | k | e | l | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 13 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LIKELY
31 words from the letters in LIKELY
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How to Use LIKELY in Word Games
LIKELY is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, LIKELY is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LIKELY to find 31 additional valid words.