Possibly Definition & Meaning
possibly
- adverb
- by chance; "perhaps she will call tomorrow"; "we may possibly run into them at the concert"; "it may peradventure be thought that there never was such a time"
- to a degree possible of achievement or by possible means; "they can't possibly get here in time for the funeral?"
"Possibly" in song lyrics
See how possibly is used in real songs:
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"I ain't sayin' that's the case but just possibly"
Bishop Lamont — Footsteps in the Dark -
"Dilution of viscosity, spreading everything from possibly"
Bronze Nazareth — Waters of Nazareth (Love Me Only) -
"But it was far from embalmed, an indentity crisis possibly"
D-Sisive — Rob Ford
Words that rhyme with possibly
Usage tips for "possibly"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "possibly" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for possibly to find words that pair well.