Almost certainly: meaning, definitions and examples
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almost certainly
[ ˈɔːlməʊst ˈsɜːtənli ]
in probability
Almost certainly means that something is very likely to happen or be true, although it is not absolutely certain.
Synonyms
almost definitely, highly probable, very likely.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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almost certainly |
Used when you are very confident about something happening but there is a tiny chance it won't.
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very likely |
Used in everyday situations to suggest something is expected to happen but not guaranteed.
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highly probable |
Used in more formal contexts or when discussing probabilities. Indicates a very high likelihood.
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almost definitely |
Similar to 'almost certainly', implies strong confidence with a very small doubt.
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Examples of usage
- He will almost certainly be late for the meeting.
- She is almost certainly the best candidate for the job.
in certainty
Used to express a high degree of confidence or assurance in the likelihood of something happening.
Synonyms
beyond question, indisputably, without a doubt.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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almost certainly |
Used when something is highly likely but not completely guaranteed.
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without a doubt |
Used when there is no uncertainty or hesitation about something.
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beyond question |
Used when something is completely certain or nobody can doubt it.
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indisputably |
Used to emphasize that something cannot be debated or argued against.
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Examples of usage
- If you keep working hard, you will almost certainly achieve your goals.
- The team has trained well and is almost certainly going to win the match.
Translations
Translations of the word "almost certainly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 quase certamente
🇮🇳 लगभग निश्चित रूप से
🇩🇪 fast sicher
🇮🇩 hampir pasti
🇺🇦 майже напевно
🇵🇱 prawie na pewno
🇯🇵 ほぼ確実に (ほぼかくじつに)
🇫🇷 presque certainement
🇪🇸 casi con certeza
🇹🇷 neredeyse kesinlikle
🇰🇷 거의 확실히 (거의 확실히)
🇸🇦 على الأرجح
🇨🇿 téměř jistě
🇸🇰 takmer určite
🇨🇳 几乎可以肯定 (jīhū kěyǐ kěndìng)
🇸🇮 skoraj zagotovo
🇮🇸 næstum örugglega
🇰🇿 дерлік анық
🇬🇪 თითქმის აუცილებლად (titqmis aucileblad)
🇦🇿 demək olar ki, mütləq
🇲🇽 casi con certeza
Etymology
The phrase 'almost certainly' originated in the late 18th century, combining the adverb 'almost' meaning 'very nearly' with the adverb 'certainly' meaning 'without doubt'. It has since become a common expression in modern English.