C1
liable vs likely
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| liableadjective/ˈlaɪ.ə.bəl/ | Meaning legally responsible for something, or likely to experience something bad | Goes with liable for | Example The company is liable for any damage caused by its products. |
| likelyadjective/ˈlaɪk.li/ | Meaning probably going to happen or be true | Goes with — | Example It is likely to rain this afternoon, so take an umbrella. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Both companies are jointly for the loss.