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potentialthe possibility of something happening or developing in the future

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: the possibility of something happening or developing in the future

Pronunciation (IPA): /pəˈtenʃəl/

Korean meaning: 잠재력, 가능성

Korean pronunciation: 퍼-텐-셜 (강세: 텐)

Example Sentences

  • My cat has the potential to become a world-famous internet meme, but she's too lazy to pose for photos.
  • The potential for rain tomorrow is high, so don't forget your umbrella.
  • This old building has potential to become a trendy café, or a haunted house attraction.

potential

NOUN

//pəˈtenʃəl//

the possibility of something happening or developing in the future

potential concept
💡 Concept

the possibility of something happening or developing in the future

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potential rhyme
🎵 Rhyme

Essential facilities unlock residential potential!

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/pəˈtenʃəl/
🇬🇧 UK/pəˈtenʃəl/

🌳Etymology

Rootpotent
Suffix--ial

Origin

From Latin 'potentia' meaning 'power' or 'ability', derived from 'potens' (powerful, able). The word entered English through Old French 'potencial' in the 14th century.

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🎵Rhyme

essentialresidentialcommercial
essential
residential
commercial

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📝Examples

😄 Fun example

My cat has the potential to become a world-famous internet meme, but she's too lazy to pose for photos.

The potential for rain tomorrow is high, so don't forget your umbrella.

😄 Fun example

This old building has potential to become a trendy café, or a haunted house attraction.

Scientists are studying the potential benefits of chocolate for brain health.

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📚Related Words

Synonyms

possibilitycapabilitycapacitypromiseprospect

Antonyms

impossibilityactualityreality

Related

abilitytalentpoweropportunitychance