used to indicate possibility or probability, used to make a polite request or suggestion

might and main, might as well, not by any means might

Formal and Informal Expressions of might

In different contexts, you can replace 'might' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'may, could' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'can' is a commonplace synonym.

might: Explore its Definition & Usage

might Definition

1used to indicate possibility or probability
2used to make a polite request or suggestion

Using might: Examples

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

Example
It might rain later today.
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I might go to the party if I finish my work on time.
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Might I ask you a question?
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You might want to try the new restaurant in town.

might Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for might

Antonyms for might

Phrases with might

might and main
with all one's strength or resources
Example
He tried with might and main to lift the heavy box.
might as well
used to suggest doing something, often when there is nothing better to do
Example
Since we have some free time, we might as well go for a walk.
not by any means might
definitely not
Example
That movie was not by any means might worth watching.

Origins of might

from Old English 'mihtan', meaning 'to be able'

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Summary: might in Brief

'Might' [maɪt] is a modal verb used to express possibility or probability, as in 'It might rain later today.' It can also be used to make a polite request or suggestion, such as 'Might I ask you a question?' 'Might' has synonyms like 'may' and 'could,' and phrases like 'might as well,' suggesting doing something when there is nothing better to do.