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Conceivably: meaning, definitions and examples

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conceivably

 

[ kənˈsiːvəbli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

possible situation

Conceivably is used to express something that could happen or be imagined in a particular situation. It indicates a degree of uncertainty but maintains a sense of feasibility or plausibility. This term often suggests that while something isn't guaranteed, it remains within the realm of possibility. For example, a plan might be deemed conceivably successful based on certain factors taking place.

Synonyms

perhaps, possibly, potentially

Examples of usage

  • Conceivably, we could finish the project earlier than expected.
  • It is conceivably possible to solve this problem if we collaborate.
  • The issue could conceivably arise again under similar circumstances.

Translations

Translations of the word "conceivably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 conceitavelmente

🇮🇳 संभावित रूप से

🇩🇪 denkbar

🇮🇩 secara konseptual

🇺🇦 можливо

🇵🇱 możliwie

🇯🇵 概念的に

🇫🇷 concevablement

🇪🇸 concebiblemente

🇹🇷 mümkün olduğunca

🇰🇷 상상할 수 있는

🇸🇦 بشكل يمكن تصوره

🇨🇿 představitelně

🇸🇰 predstaviteľne

🇨🇳 可以想象地

🇸🇮 predstavljivo

🇮🇸 hugsa má

🇰🇿 ойлауға болатын

🇬🇪 შესაძლებლად

🇦🇿 gözlənilən

🇲🇽 concebiblemente

Etymology

The word 'conceivably' comes from the root 'conceive', which dates back to the late Middle English, originating from the Old French 'conceveir', and ultimately derived from the Latin 'concipere', meaning 'to take in, to receive'. This Latin term is composed of 'com-', meaning 'together', and 'capere', meaning 'to seize or hold'. Over the centuries, the term evolved to relate more specifically to the mental act of forming a notion or idea. The transition to its adverbial form 'conceivably' occurred as the need arose to articulate the manner of possibility in a conceptual context. In contemporary use, it highlights the unrealized potential or hypothetical nature of ideas, often inviting discussion or speculation about what could occur under certain conditions.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,118, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.