possibly
Translation
possibly, perhaps, maybe
Examples
Could you possibly help me?
Could you possibly help me?
It will possibly rain tomorrow.
It will possibly rain tomorrow.
Grammar Patterns
((modifies a clause)) perhaps, maybe It will possibly rain tomorrow.
Similar Words
Synonyms: perhaps, maybe, conceivably; Antonyms: certainly, definitely
Etymology
From 'possible' + the adverbial suffix '-ly'. It literally means 'in a possible manner'.
Memory Tips
Think of the question 'Is it possible?'. If the answer is yes, then something can 'possibly' happen.