Likely and Slightest

Likely

Likely adjective - Having a high chance of occurring.

Slightest is an antonym for likely.

Nearby Word: like

Slightest

Slightest adjective - Being the least in amount, number, or size possible.

Likely is an antonym for slightest in insignificant topic.

Both words in one sentence

  • Troubling Unchildlike Behavior The fact that Aya doesn't react to this in the slightest implies she already knew they were there (and most likely killed them herself).
  • Mirror Match You're usually okay if you keep moving and don't retrace your route, but if you make even the slightest slip, they'll most likely clobber you.
    Source: Mirror Match
  • Video Game / Bastion Awesome, but Impractical: The Calamity Cannon hits hard, but you can't move while firing it, timing the shots is tricky, and you're likely to blow yourself up with the slightest error.
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