haply

/ˈhæpli/

Definitions

1. adverb

in a casual or unexpected manner; by chance; possibly

“She chanced upon the antique store and bought a vintage vase haply.”

2. adverb

perhaps; possibly

“He may have gone to the store, haply to buy some milk.”

3. adverb

chance; by fortune

“The traveler arrived haply, after a long and tiring journey.”

Synonyms

  • by chance
  • chance
  • perchance
  • possibly

Antonyms

  • certainly
  • definitely
  • without a doubt