Definition

In a way that is possible or imaginable; it suggests that something could happen or be true.

Example

Conceivably, we could finish the project by next week if everyone works hard.

Conversation

Do you think we could conceivably finish this project by Friday?

It might be tough, but I believe we can do it if we focus.

Yeah, I was thinking we could split the tasks to make it easier.

That sounds like a great plan — conceivably, we might even finish early!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Conceivably → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "capere" (meaning to seize or take), combined with the suffix "-ably" (meaning in a manner that can be). The word "conceivably" means in a manner that can be seized or understood together, suggesting something that can be imagined or thought of.

Memory Tip

Think of 'seizing' an idea 'together' — 'con-' means together, and 'capere' means to seize. This helps you remember that 'conceivably' refers to something that can be imagined or thought of.

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