might

A2
Pronunciation
/maɪt/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Power, strength, force or influence held by a person or group.

2 Definition

Physical strength or force.

Example Sentences
  • He pushed with all his might, but still it would not move.
3 Definition

The ability to do something.

Verb
11 definition(s)
1 Definition

To be strong; to have power (over).

2 Definition

(auxiliary) To be able; can.

3 Definition

To be able to go.

4 Definition

(modal auxiliary verb, defective) To have permission to, be allowed. Used in granting permission and in questions to make polite requests.

Synonyms
can could might
Example Sentences
  • you may smoke outside;  may I sit there?
5 Definition

(modal auxiliary verb, defective) Expressing a present possibility; possibly.

Synonyms
could might
Example Sentences
  • he may be lying;  Schrödinger's cat may or may not be in the box
6 Definition

(subjunctive present, defective) Expressing a wish (with present subjunctive effect).

Synonyms
might
Example Sentences
  • may you win;  may the weather be sunny
7 Definition

Used in modesty, courtesy, or concession, or to soften a question or remark.

8 Definition

(auxiliary) Used to indicate conditional or possible actions.

Example Sentences
  • I might go to the party, but I haven't decided yet.
9 Definition

Used to indicate a desired past action that was not done.

Example Sentences
  • Hey man, you might have warned me about the thunderstorm.
10 Definition

(auxiliary) Even though.

Example Sentences
  • I might be in a wheelchair, but I still want to be treated as a lady.
11 Definition

(auxiliary) Used in polite requests for permission

Example Sentences
  • Might I take the last biscuit?
Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Mighty; powerful.

2 Definition

Possible.