possible — able to be done or achieved
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: able to be done or achieved
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɑːsəbl/
Korean meaning: 가능한, 할 수 있는
Korean pronunciation: **파**서블
Example Sentences
- Is it possible that my homework ate my dog?
- It's possible to learn English while sleeping, but you might dream in grammar rules.
- Please call me as soon as possible.
possible
ADJECTIVE//ˈpɑːsəbl//
able to be done or achieved
A possible achievement: child climbs mountain peak with celebration
What is possible becomes credible and feasible when the door opens wide — a journey from dream to achievement
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'possibilis', derived from 'posse' meaning 'to be able' or 'to have power', combined with the suffix '-ibilis' meaning 'capable of being'.
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📝Examples
“Is it possible that my homework ate my dog?”
“It's possible to learn English while sleeping, but you might dream in grammar rules.”
“Please call me as soon as possible.”
“Technology makes many things possible that were impossible before.”
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