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may Antonyms

Opposite of may

Because the opposite of may shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To be possible, plausible, or contingent (used as a modal auxiliary with a bare infinitive).

Usage Example

"There cannot be slight delays on the commuter rail line due to track maintenance."

Strongest
cannot

• verb (Context 2)

To be permitted, allowed, or authorized to do something (used as a modal auxiliary).

Usage Example

"Visitors cannot photograph the exhibits provided they do not use a flash."

Strongest
cannot
mayn't

Similar words to may

Words similar to may shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

might
can
hawthorn
whitethorn
could
mayblossom
mayflower
quickthorn
See all synonyms of may

• Nearby Words

maximum
maximumly
maximus
may
maya
maybe
mayday

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for May. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/may
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