A likely story Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Skepticism Expressed Use when you doubt someone's story or find it hard to believe. He said he caught a fish this big? A likely story! Pro Tip 2/3Sarcasm Detected Often carries a tone of sarcasm or irony. Sure, you finished all your homework in one hour. A likely story! Pro Tip 3/3Informal Usage Mostly used in informal settings like conversations among friends. You just forgot to call me back again? A likely story!