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Ifs

Verb / ɪfs / Another word for ifs — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'ifs' is a plural noun that refers to uncertain or hypothetical possibilities.

Synonyms & similar words

possibilities uncertainties hypotheticals options alternatives choices variations contingencies scenarios conditions circumstances situations prospects potentials chances eventualities conjectures suppositions speculations assumptions

Synonyms by register

Formal

conditions stipulations provisos contingencies

Informal

what-ifs maybes possibilities suppositions

Literary

doubts hesitations qualms

Antonyms

certainties facts realities truths absolutes givens

Common collocations

  • all the ifs
  • many ifs
  • no ifs or buts
  • if and when
  • if only
  • if this
  • if that

Word family

noun if

Usage note

The word 'ifs' is a plural noun referring to conditions or possibilities. It is often used in the phrase 'all the ifs' or 'no ifs, ands, or buts'.

Example sentences

  1. There are many ifs and buts in life that we have to consider.
  2. Ifs can sometimes hold us back from taking action.
  3. He spends his time thinking about hypothetical ifs and maybes.
  4. She explores different ifs and scenarios in her stories.
  5. The plan is full of ifs and uncertainties.

Quotes

  • Ifs and buts are the enemies of progress.
  • Life is full of ifs, so embrace the possibilities.
  • Don't dwell on the ifs, focus on what you can control.

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