Pronunciation

/pəˌsɪbələti/

Definitions

Noun

1. The state or fact of being possible; the capability of occurring or being true. Example: “The possibility of winning the lottery is slim.”
2. A feasible or likely outcome or event. Example: “There’s a high possibility that it will rain today.”

Verb

1. To have the potential or be capable of (something). Example: “It’s possible to learn a new language in a year with dedication.”
2. To consider or entertain the likelihood of something. Example: “We should carefully consider the possibilities before making a decision.”

Adjective

1. Characterizing or denoting something that might occur or is feasible. Example: “The project has many possibilities for innovation.”

Adverb

1. In a possible or probable manner. Example: “She might arrive late, but it’s possible.”

Phrases

• “Consider the possibility” means to think about or contemplate an option.
• “Beyond possibility” indicates something that cannot happen or is highly unlikely.
• “In the realm of possibility” suggests something that could conceivably happen.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The scientists explored the biological possibilities of cloning.”
• Verb: “She pondered the possibility of moving abroad for work.”
• Adjective: “The invention was a technological possibility that no one had ever imagined.”
• Adverb: “His quick thinking saved them from a situation that seemed impossible.”

Synonyms

• Likelihood
• Probability
• Chance
• Potential
• Feasibility
• Contingency
• Odds
• Option
• Alternative