possibly

[ˈpɑːsəbli]

possibly Definition

• 1. used to convey that something may be the case or may happen
• 2. used to express uncertainty or doubt about something

Using possibly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "possibly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I will possibly attend the party tonight.

• Example

  It is possibly the best movie I have ever seen.

• Example

  He could possibly be the one who stole the money.

possibly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for possibly

• maybe
• perhaps
• conceivably

Antonyms for possibly

• definitely
• certainly

Phrases with possibly

• more than likely

  very probable

  Example

  It's more than likely that she will come to the meeting.

• in all probability

  almost certainly

  Example

  In all probability, he will be late again.

• chances are

  it is likely that

  Example

  Chances are, they won't be able to make it to the party.

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Summary: possibly in Brief

The adverb 'possibly' [ˈpɑːsəbli] expresses uncertainty or doubt about something and conveys that something may be the case or may happen. It is often used in phrases like 'more than likely' and 'in all probability' to indicate high probability, and 'chances are' to indicate likelihood.