Definition

More probable or expected to happen than something else.

Example

It is likelier to rain today than it was yesterday.

Conversation

Do you think it's likelier to rain today or tomorrow?

I heard the forecast says today has a higher chance.

Yeah, I guess that makes it likelier to bring an umbrella.

Definitely! Better safe than sorry.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Likelier → It is formed from "like" (from Old English "lician", meaning to be pleasing or agreeable) and the comparative suffix "-lier" (meaning more). The word "likelier" means more likely or more probable to happen.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'pleasing' or 'agreeable' ('like') and remember that 'likelier' means it is more probable to occur.

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