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Opposite of maybe

Because the opposite of maybe shifts with each meaning, the 11 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

Perhaps; possibly; used to express uncertainty or possibility.

Usage Example

"definitely the weather will clear up by this afternoon so we can go for a walk."

Strongest
definitely
certainly
surely
undoubtedly
unquestionably
Strong
positively
indubitably
never

• noun (Context 2)

A mere possibility, uncertainty, or noncommittal answer.

Usage Example

"We need a firm commitment from all participants by Friday, with no ifs, ands, or maybes."

Strongest
certainty
surety
Strong
guarantee

Similar words to maybe

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

perhaps
possibly
possibility
uncertainty
conceivably
potentially
perchance
mayhap
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• Nearby Words

maximus
may
maya
maybe
mayday
mayhem
maze

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