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possibility

[ˌpɑːsəˈbɪləti]

possibility Definition

  • 1a thing that may happen or be the case
  • 2the state or fact of being likely or possible; likelihood

Using possibility: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "possibility" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    There is a possibility of rain tomorrow.

  • Example

    There is a possibility that he will come to the party.

  • Example

    The company is exploring the possibility of expanding overseas.

  • Example

    There is a possibility that the project will be delayed.

possibility Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for possibility

Phrases with possibility

  • a very unlikely chance of something happening

    Example

    There is only a remote possibility that we will finish the project on time.

  • possibility of success

    the chance that something will be successful

    Example

    The possibility of success for the new product is high.

  • a high chance of something happening

    Example

    There is a strong possibility that she will get the job.

Origins of possibility

from Old French 'possible', from Latin 'possibilis', from 'posse' meaning 'be able'

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Summary: possibility in Brief

The term 'possibility' [ˌpɑːsəˈbɪləti] refers to a chance or opportunity for something to happen, or the state of being likely. It can be used in phrases like 'remote possibility,' indicating an unlikely chance, and 'strong possibility,' indicating a high chance. Examples include 'There is a possibility of rain tomorrow' and 'The company is exploring the possibility of expanding overseas.'

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