Synonyms of opportunity

opportunity

noun

ˌä-pər-ˈtü-nə-tē 

as in chance

a favorable combination of circumstances, time, and place

this art school could be a wonderful opportunity for you to finally develop your talent for painting

Synonyms & Similar Words

• chance
• room
• opening
• occasion
• break
• shot
• way
• play
• pass
• juncture

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of opportunity

Volunteering at the farm is one of the school's most popular service opportunities, with a waiting list for students hoping to participate. — CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026

The screenings, which drew applause and tears throughout, also gave students the opportunity to engage in the post-screening Q&A with the film’s producer, Priscilla Bertin, and screenwriter Fanny Burdino. — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 10 Nov. 2026

The Gators converted just two times in 11 tries on third- and fourth-down opportunities. — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2026

Trump now has an opportunity, and a responsibility, to extend that principle to today's intelligence threats. — Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2026