Synonyms of perhaps

perhaps

adverb

pər-ˈhaps 

as in maybe

it is possible

perhaps we will not have to take this exam, but I doubt it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• maybe
• possibly
• probably
• surely
• conceivably
• sure
• certainly
• mayhap
• likely
• perchance
• undoubtedly
• supposedly
• doubtless
• presumably
• assumably
• presumedly
• supposably

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of perhaps

Jorgenson, producers and writers have more time to do research, hone their comedic responses and, perhaps most importantly, don’t have to pay attention to TV ratings. — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 27 Oct. 2026

The issue of public safety has emerged as perhaps the biggest pain point for the mayor in his first ten months in office. — Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 27 Oct. 2026

That means preserving the legislative filibuster, the Senate rule that today has perhaps the greatest impact on preserving the founders' vision of the United States Senate. — Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026

Who knows—perhaps Kate has already planned some special activities for her three children over the past few days. — Ilaria Perrotta, Vanity Fair, 27 Oct. 2026