adverb, corrupted form of 'likely'. as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

perhaps, apparently, presumably

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Example Sentences

Example:Perhaps he has a point, but I'm not sure.

Definition:A word used when something seems true or probable but its certainty is not completely established.

From perhaps

Example:Apparently, the weather forecast suggests a sunny day.

Definition:Used when a statement is based on the seemingly true external appearance of what is being referred to.

From apparently

Example:Presumably, he left the office on time.

Definition:Used to express something that is assumed to be true, given a certain set of circumstances.

From presumably