peradventure

[ˌpɛrədˈvɛntʃər]

peradventure Definition

• 1. perhaps; possibly
• 2. by chance; accidentally

Using peradventure: Examples

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

• Example

  Peradventure, he will come to the party tonight.

• Example

  I peradventure met him at the park yesterday.

• Example

  Peradventure, it will rain tomorrow.

peradventure Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for peradventure

• maybe
• possibly
• potentially

Phrases with peradventure

• peradventure of

  the possibility or chance of something happening

  Example

  The peradventure of winning the lottery is very low.

• peradventure that

  used to introduce a possible situation or circumstance

  Example

  Peradventure that I finish my work early, I will go for a walk.

• peradventure not

  used to express doubt or uncertainty about something

  Example

  Peradventure not everyone will agree with my opinion.

Origins of peradventure

from Middle English 'per', meaning 'by' + 'adventure', meaning 'chance'

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Summary: peradventure in Brief

The term 'peradventure' [ˌpɛrədˈvɛntʃər] means 'perhaps' or 'possibly', and can also refer to something happening by chance or accidentally. It is often used to introduce a possible situation or circumstance, as in 'Peradventure that I finish my work early, I will go for a walk.'