maybe

1. maybe (adv) — sense 1

Definition: Perhaps, possibly.

Example: A small extra effort now can maybe save you much work later.

2. maybe (adv) — sense 2

Definition: Perhaps that is true (expressing no commitment to a decision or a neutral viewpoint to a statement).

Example: Okay. See you later, maybe. — Maybe I’ll see you later.

3. maybe (adv) — sense 3

Definition: Certainly.

Example: Maybe not the best idea.

4. maybe (adj) — sense 4

Definition: Possible; uncertain.

Example: Then add those may-be years thou hast to live

5. maybe (noun) — sense 5

Definition: Something that is possibly true.

6. maybe (noun) — sense 6

Definition: An answer that shows neither agreement nor disagreement.

Example: The results of the poll were inconclusive. We got two yeses, three nos, and four maybes.

7. maybe (noun) — sense 7

Definition: A future event that may or may not happen.

Example: About your raise: it's a big maybe.