Synonyms: probable
Definition: an applicant likely to be chosen
Similar words: applicant, applier
Definition: a person who requests or seeks something such as assistance or employment or admission
Synonyms: probable
Definition: apparently destined
Usage: the probable consequences of going ahead with the scheme
Similar words: likely
Definition: has a good chance of being the case or of coming about
Usage: these services are likely to be available to us all before long; she is likely to forget; a likely place for a restaurant; the broken limb is likely to fall; rain is likely; a likely topic for investigation; likely candidates for the job
Definition: likely but not certain to be or become true or real
Usage: a likely result; he foresaw a probable loss
Similar words: equiprobable
Definition: equally probable
Similar words: presumptive
Definition: having a reasonable basis for belief or acceptance
Usage: the presumptive heir (or heir apparent)
Similar words: verisimilar
Definition: appearing to be true or real
Usage: a verisimilar tale