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might Synonyms

Another word for might

Choosing another word for might depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To express a possibility, likelihood, or hypothetical outcome in the present or future (used as a modal auxiliary verb).

Usage Example

"Bring an umbrella with you because it may rain later this afternoon."

Strongest
may
could

• verb (Context 2)

To indicate what was possible or permitted in the past, or to serve as the past tense of 'may' in indirect reported speech (used as a modal auxiliary verb).

Usage Example

"The professor mentioned that the final exam could cover chapters from the first half of the semester."

Strongest
could
Strong
would

• noun (Context 3)

Great and impressive power, physical strength, or forceful capacity, especially as exerted by a person, group, or nation.

Usage Example

"She pushed against the heavy oak door with all her strength until it finally swung open."

Strongest
strength
power
force
Strong
potency
vigor
brawn
muscle
puissance
energy
Weak
clout

• verb (Context 4)

To make a tentative suggestion, offer polite advice, or ask for permission in a formal and deferential manner (used as a modal auxiliary verb).

Usage Example

"may I ask a brief question regarding the timeline for the upcoming research project?"

Strongest
may
could
Strong
would

Opposites of might

The opposite of might shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

weakness
impotence
powerlessness
feebleness
frailty
couldn't
cannot
debility
See all opposites of might

• Nearby Words

miff
miffed
mig
might
mightily
mightiness
mighty

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Might. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/might
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