Definition

Adverb: With a high degree of probability; very probably; almost certainly.

Usage

This phrase is used to express a strong belief that something is true or will happen, based on the available evidence or logical deduction. It is a formal way to say "very probably" or "almost certainly."

Examples

• , the meeting will be postponed due to the storm.
• The project will, , be completed by the end of the month.
• , she is the most qualified candidate for the position.

Advanced Usage

• The phrase often appears at the beginning of a sentence or clause, followed by a comma.
• It can be used parenthetically in the middle of a sentence, set off by commas.
  • The agreement will, in all likelihood, be signed tomorrow.

Variants and Related Words

• In all probability: An exact synonym with identical meaning and usage.
  • In all probability, the results will be announced on Friday.

Synonyms

• Most likely
• Almost certainly
• In all probability
• Very probably
• Doubtless

Related Idioms

• As likely as not: With an equal chance of happening or not happening (this is less certain than "in all likelihood").
  • As likely as not, it will rain this afternoon.
• In all probability: (See Variants and Related Words).

Adverb

1. with considerable certainty; without much doubt
   • He is probably out of the country
   • in all likelihood we are headed for war