possibility

noun

pos·​si·​bil·​i·​ty ˌpä-sə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

plural possibilities

1

: the condition or fact of being possible

2

archaic : one's utmost power, capacity, or ability

3

: something that is possible

4

: potential or prospective value

—usually used in plural

the house had great possibilities

Synonyms

• capability
• eventuality
• potential
• potentiality
• prospect

Examples of possibility in a Sentence

There is a strong possibility that I will not be chosen for the job.

Have you considered the possibility that you may be wrong?

My first two ideas didn't work, but I thought of a third possibility.

The future holds untold possibilities.

His degree and job experience give him a wide range of possibilities for a career.

a man of undetermined possibilities

The old house might not look like much now, but it has possibilities.

Recent Examples on the Web

However, some expect the change in leadership may not be enough to protect stocks from challenges ahead, including the possibility of an economic slowdown. —Sarah Min, CNBC, 17 July 2024

Our advice once the possibility of legal entanglement evaporates: Ignore all else and follow the money. —Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 17 July 2024

The installation encourages attendees to reimagine the possibilities of denim beyond fashion. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 July 2024

This year’s class of contenders reflects the mood of jittery unease in the TV business — but also the enduring creative possibility of the medium. —Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 17 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing possibility

• beyond/outside the bounds of possibility
• outside the range/realm of possibility
• raise the possibility
• within the bounds of possibility
• within the range/realm of possibility

Kids Definition

possibility

noun

pos·​si·​bil·​i·​ty ˌpäs-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

plural possibilities

1

: the state or fact of being possible

2

: something possible