In the sentence below, a word is given in bold. Three words are given after it. Select the best alternatives for the bold word from the given options. Given the dark clouds gathering in the sky, it's likely that we'll see rain before the afternoon is over. (I) scarcely (II) probably (III)

Question

In the sentence below, a word is given in bold. Three words are given after it. Select the best alternatives for the bold word from the given options. Given the dark clouds gathering in the sky, it's likely that we'll see rain before the afternoon is over. (I) scarcely (II) probably (III) conceivably

Accepted Answer

Both (II) and (III). The word "likely" means probable or possible. "Probably" matches this meaning directly, and "conceivably" also indicates possibility, though weaker. "Scarcely" means hardly or barely, so it does not fit.

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