possibly

adverb

pos·​si·​bly ˈpä-sə-blē 

1

: in a possible manner : by any possibility

that's all she could possibly do

2

: by merest chance : perhaps

possibly he will recover

3

: it is possible or imaginable : conceivably

… a political libel which may possibly damage me.

—G. B. Shaw

Synonyms of possibly

• maybe
• perhaps
• probably

Examples of possibly in a Sentence

he may possibly recover after such a serious mistake, but it doesn't seem likely

Recent Examples on the Web

After all, why would loading up a bulky machine with plates, glasses, and silverware possibly be more efficient than a few quick scrubs in the sink? — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2026

Alaphilippe’s performances were thrilling — the highlight an individual time trial win in Pau amongst possibly the most raucous atmosphere that the race has seen this century. — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 26 July 2026

Now all the non-denials being issued by Donald’s past and possibly future team feel like affirmations. — Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026

Real Madrid is reportedly on the verge of landing Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig with Vinicius Junior possibly on his way out of the Spanish club. — Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing possibly

• where can (someone) (possibly) be

Rhymes for possibly

• impossibly

Kids Definition

possibly

adverb

pos·​si·​bly ˈpäs-ə-blē 

1

: by possible means : by any possibility

that cannot possibly be true

2

: perhaps

may possibly recover