Synonyms for

Maybe

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

Definition

used to express uncertainty or possibility

Synonyms & similar words

possibly peradventure mayhap perchance perhaps perhaps possibly potentially conceivably imaginably peradventure feasibly

Synonyms by register

Formal

possibly perhaps conceivably

Informal

might be could be reckon suppose

Literary

perchance haply

Antonyms

certainly definitely surely positively undoubtedly absolutely indeed

Common collocations

  • maybe yes
  • maybe no
  • maybe later
  • maybe so
  • maybe not
  • maybe tomorrow
  • maybe it's

Word family

adverb maybe

Usage note

While 'maybe' and 'perhaps' are often interchangeable, 'perhaps' can sometimes sound slightly more formal or tentative. Avoid using 'maybe' at the beginning of a sentence in very formal writing.

Example sentences

  1. Maybe we'll have pizza for dinner.
  2. Maybe it will rain tomorrow.
  3. Maybe we can go to the park later.
  4. Maybe I'll wear my red shirt today.
  5. Maybe we should study for the test.

Quotes

  • Maybe this world is another planet's hell.
  • Maybe the only thing worse than having to give gratitude constantly is having to accept it.
  • Maybe I am not what I think I am.

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