Synonyms for
Perhaps
Definition
used to indicate uncertainty or possibility
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- perhaps so
- perhaps not
- perhaps it is
- perhaps we should
- perhaps you could
- perhaps the reason
- perhaps it's time
Word family
adverb perhaps
Usage note
Perhaps is an adverb expressing uncertainty or possibility. It is generally interchangeable with 'maybe' and 'possibly', though 'perhaps' can sound slightly more formal.
Example sentences
- Perhaps we will have ice cream for dessert.
- I am not sure if the store is open today, perhaps you can check online.
- We should arrive at the airport early, perhaps two hours before our flight.
- Perhaps we can play a game after dinner.
- I am not feeling well today, perhaps I should stay home.
Quotes
Perhaps one did not want to be loved so much as to be understood.
Perhaps love is a process of converting uncertainty into certainty.
Perhaps the truth depends on a walk around the lake.