Synonyms of possibly

possibly

adverb

ˈpä-sə-blē 

as in maybe

it is possible

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of possibly

For many of these measures, industry analysts and stakeholders have said the reduction in energy prices is likely to be limited and possibly short-lived. — Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 23 Oct. 2026

Between reality television, social media and a bottomless tabloid appetite, what could possibly remain to discover? — Maer Roshan, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2026

Temperatures are expected to climb into the mid- to upper 70s through the weekend, with some areas possibly breaking into the low 80s, the weather service said. — Kansas City Star, 23 Oct. 2026

In general, the reduction of decision-making to easy choices was, for me, possibly the most relaxing element of all. — Kate Berlant, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026