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The class used unlikely to describe the result in simple words.
What does Unlikely mean?
probably not going to happen.
Dictionary definition
not expected to happen or be true.
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In reading, we compared two passages and discussed why one description seemed more unlikely.
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During group work, students explained how unlikely changed the meaning and evaluation of the information.
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WordUnlikely.
Partadjective.
MeaningUnlikely means probably not going to happen.
ExampleExample: The class used unlikely to describe the result in simple words.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- un · ly · kee
- Strongest beat
- ly
- Ending
- kee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ly.
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similar wordClose in meaning, but usage can depend on context.
related termUsed in similar descriptions with small differences.
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opposite qualityA useful contrast in descriptive meaning.
different conditionShows a contrasting state or level.
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Hint for students
Unlikely means not expected to happen or probably not true. It is useful when making predictions from evidence.
Common mix-up
Unlikely does not mean impossible. Something unlikely can still happen, but the chances are low.
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Write one sentence that shows unlikely without using the word unlikely. Then underline the clue words that show low chance, weak evidence, or something not expected to happen. Example: The empty sky made it hard to believe rain would start in five minutes. Clue words: empty sky, hard to believe, rain would start Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show something that probably will not happen?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "It is unlikely to snow in July." Why does unlikely fit better than likely?
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