potentiality — The capacity to develop or become something in the future; latent power or ability that is not yet fully realized.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The capacity to develop or become something in the future; latent power or ability that is not yet fully realized.
Pronunciation (IPA): /pəˌtɛnʃiˈælɪti/
Example Sentences
- Every child has the potentiality to become a genius, but most just become good at complaining.
- My gym membership has huge potentiality — unfortunately, I never use it.
- The coach believes in the team's potentiality to win the championship this year.
potentiality
NOUN[/pəˌtɛnʃiˈælɪti/]
The capacity to develop or become something in the future; latent power or ability that is not yet fully realized.
The seed holds the potentiality of a mighty oak tree inside it.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'potentia' (power) via 'potens' (being able), combined with the suffix '-ity' to form an abstract noun meaning 'the state of having latent power'.
Breakdown
potent- (powerful, capable) + -ial (adjective forming) + -ity (state or quality of)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Every child has the potentiality to become a genius, but most just become good at complaining.”
“My gym membership has huge potentiality — unfortunately, I never use it.”
“The coach believes in the team's potentiality to win the championship this year.”
“This raw diamond has the potentiality to become a stunning jewel after cutting.”
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