possibly

[pos-uh-blee]

adverb

1. perhaps; maybe.

   It may possibly rain today.

2. in a possible manner.

   She has all the money she can possibly use.

3. by any possibility.

   Could you possibly check this information for me?

possibly

/ ˈpɒsɪblɪ /

1. 1. perhaps or maybe

   2. ( as sentence modifier )

      possibly he'll come

adverb

1. by any chance; at all

   he can't possibly come

Word History and Origins

Origin of possibly¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; possible + -ly

Example Sentences

This long-term exposure may have influenced how early brains evolved, possibly hindering language and social development in all but modern humans, who possess a unique protective genetic variant.

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But he also made another, possibly more important, gift to the opposition, which has big implications for the chances of obtaining a budget in time for the end-of-year deadline.

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The future is a theme resolute in Weinraub’s imagination and propulsion to make the best work she possibly can.

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It could make for some possibly embarrassing headlines for the bank if it loses control of its narrative.

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Of those treated in hospital, three were children, and one man was found dead, possibly from a heart attack.

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Related Words

• conceivably 
• likely 
• perhaps 
• probably