英语词汇“likelihood”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES

As you get older, the likelihood of illness increases.
Studies have shown that there is a greater likelihood of teenagers having car accidents.
The likelihood of food riots this winter will increase as shortages spread.
There is little likelihood that the number of college places will go up this year.

EXAMPLES FROM THE CORPUS

If so, there is little likelihood that it will ever be known to us.
Impacts on Earth differ from those on Mars in that terrestrial impacts have a high likelihood of encountering an ocean.
It is argued that this is a significant factor in reducing the likelihood of girls joining delinquent groups.
The likelihood of living alone is greatest among the most elderly, particularly for women.
With globalisation still in its infancy, the likelihood of such crises recurring is high.

Longman Language Activatorhow likely it is that something will happen► likelihood

: likelihood of · As you get older, the likelihood of illness increases.· Studies have shown that there is a greater likelihood of teenagers having car accidents.likelihood (that) · There is little likelihood that the number of college places will go up this year.

► probability

how likely it is that something will happen - use this especially about situations where you can calculate fairly exactly how likely something is: probability of: · The probability of catching the disease from your partner is extremely low.· We must increase our efforts to reduce the probability of such an accident happening again.probability (that): · There is a 90% probability that the hurricane will hit the coast of Florida later today.a strong probability: · There is a strong probability that the problem will recur if we do not deal with it now.

► prospect

the chance that something you hope for will happen soon: prospect for: · The prospects for peace are improving.no/little prospect of (doing) something: · He had no job and no prospect of getting one.there is every prospect of something (=it is very likely): · There is every prospect of an economic recovery next year.

► chances

how likely it is that something you hope for will actually happen: chances of (doing) something: · The new treatment will increase her chances of survival.· For these men the chances of getting another job are not very high.what are the chances...?: · What are the chances of that happening twice in one month?chances are (that)... (=it is likely that): · If you eat a balanced, low-fat diet, chances are your arteries will be healthy.

► odds

how likely it is that something will happen, especially when this can be stated in numbers: odds in favour of: · The odds in favour of a win for the Russian team are around 10 to 1.odds of: · If you are male, the odds are about 1 in 12 of being colourblind.odds against: · The odds against being killed in a plane crash are very high.

COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY► little/lower/high/greater etc likelihood

There was very little likelihood of her getting the job.

COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADJECTIVE► great

· The decision to keep it at 23 means fewer fixtures, less money and a greater likelihood of further clubs folding.· The active, sensation-seeking child simply has a greater likelihood of such a pattern.· So the extension of insurance provision has led to a greater likelihood of the reporting of many crimes.· In any auction, the more who bid, the greater the likelihood of obtaining the best possible price.· A quarter of lone fathers are over 50, reflecting their greater likelihood of being widowers.· But the longer the war goes on, the greater is the likelihood of more such tragedies.· Older people are particularly disadvantaged by this situation because of their greater likelihood of disability.· However, this tactic has been abandoned due to improved police surveillance and the greater likelihood of being caught.

► high

· And the longer you are prepared to leave it, the higher the likelihood of a better return.· Impacts on Earth differ from those on Mars in that terrestrial impacts have a high likelihood of encountering an ocean.· Is it sufficient that he perceives a suspicion of bias, or must he perceive the higher hurdle of likelihood?· Following pruning, the prefix with the consequent highest likelihood is expanded, producing a new prefix.

► increased

· The intention of the clause is to reflect the increased likelihood of damage to this equipment under the strain of racing.· Patients with increased oesophageal alkalinisation require careful surveillance because of their increased likelihood of developing complications.· Once an argument is in progression the child may feel that there is an increased likelihood of the parent's giving in.· Suppose we think of conditions which lead to impaired reproduction or increased likelihood of mortality.

► little

· Whether personal or commercial, business will be terminated where their is little or no likelihood of profit.· Between 1953 and 1955, the United States could have effectively destroyed the Soviet Union with little likelihood of serious reprisal.· There is little likelihood that cereals played a minor role in the economy.· If so, there is little likelihood that it will ever be known to us.· If she left early each morning and came home late at night there was very little likelihood of her meeting Leo.· And at sea there was little likelihood that anyone would come to my rescue.· The stalls were erected and dismantled every day so there was little likelihood of the arms being hidden beneath them.· Both in 1986 and in 1997, some 84 % of workers told surveys they saw little likelihood of unemployment.

► maximum

· Relative risks were estimated as matched odds ratios by conditional maximum likelihood methods.

► real

· Given the burgeoning budget deficit, there is a very real likelihood of some form of tax increase in the Budget.· Should you fail to appreciate this, and simply ignore them, there is a real likelihood that you could be bitten.

► strong

· I believe that there is a strong likelihood that markets will seek to test that resolve.· A genuine tar-get meant a very strong likelihood of a fight.· A strong likelihood of being fitted up by corrupt cops or being casually blasted out of existence by some one's assault rifle?· And there is a strong likelihood of losing ground financially rather than gaining it.· There is no regular pay check, no regular employer, no guarantee of work, and the strong likelihood of rebuff.

NOUN► ratio

· The likelihood ratio test statistic shown above is a formalization of this.· The Wald test is equivalent to the likelihood ratio test in large samples.· The crucial difference with the likelihood ratio test is that the models that provide the's and's can be highly non-linear.

VERB► increase

· It should also help to get the management commitment behind the project and this will significantly increase the likelihood of its success.· The result increases the likelihood that this year's election will be a victory for centrist politics as usual.· Such a climate increases the likelihood that egalitarian feminist psychology will be incorporated into the traditional discipline.· By having regular contact with her and then following her guidance, you will dramatically increase the likelihood of success.· Drugs such as anticoagulants, antacids, barbiturates, alcohol and tobacco may increase the likelihood of the condition developing.· Conversely, co-operative feeding and care increases the likelihood of rearing those young that are produced.· Custodial sentences and remands prevent immediate offending but increase the likelihood of later and more serious reoffending.· This increases the likelihood of a second fire.

► reduce

· This sequence was selected to reduce the likelihood of standing stress waves in the body of the engine.· Slow economic growth reduces the likelihood inflation will accelerate and erode the value of bonds' fixed payments.· The region claims the situation should improve this year with new storm water tanks in Dunfermline reducing the likelihood of overflows.· It is argued that this is a significant factor in reducing the likelihood of girls joining delinquent groups.· To reduce the likelihood of this a large lexicon must be stored.· Taping rehearsals also reduces the likelihood of arguments about who played what at the last rehearsal.· This should increase control and reduce the likelihood of injury.· Although this hip reduces the likelihood of resorption, early detection of problems is vital.

► seem

· There seems every likelihood that faulty fuses caused the delay.

PHRASES FROM THE ENTRY► in all likelihood

In all likelihood, Davis will be traded to the Dallas Cowboys.
After all, my reputation is in all likelihood blasted in any event.
I shall die when I am between seventy-five and eighty, in all likelihood.
Nader's presidential run, in all likelihood, will cost Gore the White House.
Principally, says Stern, because Molto is, in all likelihood, not going to testify.
Ray, in all likelihood, would refuse.
Stress is high, but in all likelihood, enough things are going well to keep you afloat for now.
Ten thousand dollars, which in all likelihood has been accruing interest all this time.
That necessary ditching, in all likelihood, will now be done in time for the next election.

WORD FAMILYnounlikelihoodadjectivelikely ≠ unlikelyadverblikely

单词	likelihood
释义	likelihoodlike‧li‧hood /ˈlaɪklihʊd/ ●●○ noun [singular, uncountable] Examples EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES As you get older, the likelihood of illness increases. Studies have shown that there is a greater likelihood of teenagers having car accidents. The likelihood of food riots this winter will increase as shortages spread. There is little likelihood that the number of college places will go up this year. EXAMPLES FROM THE CORPUS If so, there is little likelihood that it will ever be known to us. Impacts on Earth differ from those on Mars in that terrestrial impacts have a high likelihood of encountering an ocean. It is argued that this is a significant factor in reducing the likelihood of girls joining delinquent groups. The likelihood of living alone is greatest among the most elderly, particularly for women. With globalisation still in its infancy, the likelihood of such crises recurring is high. Thesaurus Longman Language Activatorhow likely it is that something will happen► likelihood : likelihood of · As you get older, the likelihood of illness increases.· Studies have shown that there is a greater likelihood of teenagers having car accidents.likelihood (that) · There is little likelihood that the number of college places will go up this year. ► probability how likely it is that something will happen - use this especially about situations where you can calculate fairly exactly how likely something is: probability of: · The probability of catching the disease from your partner is extremely low.· We must increase our efforts to reduce the probability of such an accident happening again.probability (that): · There is a 90% probability that the hurricane will hit the coast of Florida later today.a strong probability: · There is a strong probability that the problem will recur if we do not deal with it now. ► prospect the chance that something you hope for will happen soon: prospect for: · The prospects for peace are improving.no/little prospect of (doing) something: · He had no job and no prospect of getting one.there is every prospect of something (=it is very likely): · There is every prospect of an economic recovery next year. ► chances how likely it is that something you hope for will actually happen: chances of (doing) something: · The new treatment will increase her chances of survival.· For these men the chances of getting another job are not very high.what are the chances...?: · What are the chances of that happening twice in one month?chances are (that)... (=it is likely that): · If you eat a balanced, low-fat diet, chances are your arteries will be healthy. ► odds how likely it is that something will happen, especially when this can be stated in numbers: odds in favour of: · The odds in favour of a win for the Russian team are around 10 to 1.odds of: · If you are male, the odds are about 1 in 12 of being colourblind.odds against: · The odds against being killed in a plane crash are very high. Collocations COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY► little/lower/high/greater etc likelihood There was very little likelihood of her getting the job. COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADJECTIVE► great · The decision to keep it at 23 means fewer fixtures, less money and a greater likelihood of further clubs folding.· The active, sensation-seeking child simply has a greater likelihood of such a pattern.· So the extension of insurance provision has led to a greater likelihood of the reporting of many crimes.· In any auction, the more who bid, the greater the likelihood of obtaining the best possible price.· A quarter of lone fathers are over 50, reflecting their greater likelihood of being widowers.· But the longer the war goes on, the greater is the likelihood of more such tragedies.· Older people are particularly disadvantaged by this situation because of their greater likelihood of disability.· However, this tactic has been abandoned due to improved police surveillance and the greater likelihood of being caught. ► high · And the longer you are prepared to leave it, the higher the likelihood of a better return.· Impacts on Earth differ from those on Mars in that terrestrial impacts have a high likelihood of encountering an ocean.· Is it sufficient that he perceives a suspicion of bias, or must he perceive the higher hurdle of likelihood?· Following pruning, the prefix with the consequent highest likelihood is expanded, producing a new prefix. ► increased · The intention of the clause is to reflect the increased likelihood of damage to this equipment under the strain of racing.· Patients with increased oesophageal alkalinisation require careful surveillance because of their increased likelihood of developing complications.· Once an argument is in progression the child may feel that there is an increased likelihood of the parent's giving in.· Suppose we think of conditions which lead to impaired reproduction or increased likelihood of mortality. ► little · Whether personal or commercial, business will be terminated where their is little or no likelihood of profit.· Between 1953 and 1955, the United States could have effectively destroyed the Soviet Union with little likelihood of serious reprisal.· There is little likelihood that cereals played a minor role in the economy.· If so, there is little likelihood that it will ever be known to us.· If she left early each morning and came home late at night there was very little likelihood of her meeting Leo.· And at sea there was little likelihood that anyone would come to my rescue.· The stalls were erected and dismantled every day so there was little likelihood of the arms being hidden beneath them.· Both in 1986 and in 1997, some 84 % of workers told surveys they saw little likelihood of unemployment. ► maximum · Relative risks were estimated as matched odds ratios by conditional maximum likelihood methods. ► real · Given the burgeoning budget deficit, there is a very real likelihood of some form of tax increase in the Budget.· Should you fail to appreciate this, and simply ignore them, there is a real likelihood that you could be bitten. ► strong · I believe that there is a strong likelihood that markets will seek to test that resolve.· A genuine tar-get meant a very strong likelihood of a fight.· A strong likelihood of being fitted up by corrupt cops or being casually blasted out of existence by some one's assault rifle?· And there is a strong likelihood of losing ground financially rather than gaining it.· There is no regular pay check, no regular employer, no guarantee of work, and the strong likelihood of rebuff. NOUN► ratio · The likelihood ratio test statistic shown above is a formalization of this.· The Wald test is equivalent to the likelihood ratio test in large samples.· The crucial difference with the likelihood ratio test is that the models that provide the's and's can be highly non-linear. VERB► increase · It should also help to get the management commitment behind the project and this will significantly increase the likelihood of its success.· The result increases the likelihood that this year's election will be a victory for centrist politics as usual.· Such a climate increases the likelihood that egalitarian feminist psychology will be incorporated into the traditional discipline.· By having regular contact with her and then following her guidance, you will dramatically increase the likelihood of success.· Drugs such as anticoagulants, antacids, barbiturates, alcohol and tobacco may increase the likelihood of the condition developing.· Conversely, co-operative feeding and care increases the likelihood of rearing those young that are produced.· Custodial sentences and remands prevent immediate offending but increase the likelihood of later and more serious reoffending.· This increases the likelihood of a second fire. ► reduce · This sequence was selected to reduce the likelihood of standing stress waves in the body of the engine.· Slow economic growth reduces the likelihood inflation will accelerate and erode the value of bonds' fixed payments.· The region claims the situation should improve this year with new storm water tanks in Dunfermline reducing the likelihood of overflows.· It is argued that this is a significant factor in reducing the likelihood of girls joining delinquent groups.· To reduce the likelihood of this a large lexicon must be stored.· Taping rehearsals also reduces the likelihood of arguments about who played what at the last rehearsal.· This should increase control and reduce the likelihood of injury.· Although this hip reduces the likelihood of resorption, early detection of problems is vital. ► seem · There seems every likelihood that faulty fuses caused the delay. Phrases PHRASES FROM THE ENTRY► in all likelihood In all likelihood, Davis will be traded to the Dallas Cowboys. After all, my reputation is in all likelihood blasted in any event. I shall die when I am between seventy-five and eighty, in all likelihood. Nader's presidential run, in all likelihood, will cost Gore the White House. Principally, says Stern, because Molto is, in all likelihood, not going to testify. Ray, in all likelihood, would refuse. Stress is high, but in all likelihood, enough things are going well to keep you afloat for now. Ten thousand dollars, which in all likelihood has been accruing interest all this time. That necessary ditching, in all likelihood, will now be done in time for the next election. Word family WORD FAMILYnounlikelihoodadjectivelikely ≠ unlikelyadverblikely 1the degree to which something can reasonably be expected to happen SYN probabilitylikelihood of Using a seatbelt will reduce the likelihood of serious injury in a car accident.little/lower/high/greater etc likelihood There was very little likelihood of her getting the job.likelihood (that) They must face the likelihood that the newspaper might go bankrupt.2in all likelihood almost certainly: If I refused, it would in all likelihood mean I’d lose my job.
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