MIGHT


Meaning of MIGHT in English

~ 1

■ modal verb ( 3rd singular present ~ ) past of may 1 .

1》 used in reported speech to express possibility or permission.

↘expressing a possibility based on an unfulfilled condition.

↘expressing annoyance: you ~ have told me!

2》 used politely or tentatively in questions and requests.

↘asking for information: who ~ you be?

3》 used to express possibility or make a suggestion.

Usage

On the distinction between ~ and may , see usage at may 1 .

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~ 2

■ noun great power or strength.

Phrases

with ~ and main with all one's strength or power.

Origin

OE miht , mieht , of Gmc origin; related to may 1 .

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