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Synonyms & Similar Words
capability
capacity
ability
talent
aptitude
faculty
gift
skill
knack
competence
proficiency
expertise
power
strength
might
potency
prospect
promise
possibility
likelihood
chance
opportunity
aptness
suitability
fitness
eligibility
qualification
endowment
inclination
disposition
tendency
propensity
bent
leanings
abilities
faculties
Meaning of Potential
The primary meaning of the word "Potential" is related to the possibility of something happening or being the case in the future.
Definitions
- Having or showing the possibility of future development or use
- Latent qualities or abilities that may be developed and lead to future success or usefulness
- The possibility of something happening or being the case in the future
Etymology of Potential
The word "Potential" originates from the Latin "potentialis," meaning "of or pertaining to power," which is derived from "potentia," meaning "power"
Historically, the term has been used in various contexts, including philosophy, physics, and psychology, to describe latent or possible abilities, capacities, or outcomes
Example Uses
- The new employee has great potential for growth and development within the company
- The potential consequences of climate change are alarming and require immediate attention
- She has a potential talent for music, but needs to practice regularly to develop her skills
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
inability
incapability
incapacity
disability
weakness
limitation
constraint
restriction
impossibility
improbability
hopelessness
powerlessness
ineptness
ineptitude
incompetence
inadequacy
insufficiency
unfitness
ineligibility
disqualification
impotence
futility
uselessness
helplessness