What does would mean?
Would means Past tense of will; usually followed by a bare infinitive..
Would
/wəd/ · verb
Meaning
Past tense of will; usually followed by a bare infinitive..
Definitions by Sense
- Past tense of will; usually followed by a bare infinitive.
- A modal verb, the subjunctive of will; usually followed by a bare infinitive.
- Something that would happen, or would be the case, under different circumstances; a potentiality.
- (slang, idiomatic) Ellipsis of I would, used to denote that the speaker finds another person sexually attractive.
Example Sentences
When the golf ball is there, the whole self-interference package — the hopes, worries, and fears; the thoughts on how-to and how-not-to; the woulds, the coulds, and the shoulds — is there too.
Shushona you must learn to rightfully prioritize all the woulds, shoulds and coulds of your life.
Synonyms for would
Antonyms for would
Related Words
Word Forms
- wou'd
- woulds
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for would?
Common synonyms include used to, be so good as to, kindly, please.
What is the opposite of would?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use would in a sentence?
When the golf ball is there, the whole self-interference package — the hopes, worries, and fears; the thoughts on how-to and how-not-to; the woulds, the coulds, and the shoulds — is there too.
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