Perhaps

Meaning

possibly; maybe; used to express uncertainty or make a suggestion

used to express uncertainty or possibility

Example Sentences

Perhaps we should call before visiting to make sure they're home.

Perhaps we should wait until tomorrow to make the decision.

Synonyms

maybe, possibly, conceivably, perchance, potentially, probably

Entry 1

maybe, possibly, conceivably, perchance, potentially

Entry 2

maybe, possibly, conceivably, perchance, probably

Antonyms

certainly, definitely, surely, undoubtedly, absolutely

Entry 1

certainly, definitely, surely, undoubtedly, absolutely

Entry 2

certainly, definitely, surely

Collocations

perhaps not, perhaps so, perhaps because, perhaps more importantly, perhaps even, perhaps then

Entry 1

perhaps not, perhaps so, perhaps because, perhaps more importantly

Entry 2

perhaps not, perhaps so, perhaps even, perhaps then