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possibility

[pos-uh-bil-i-tee] / ˌpɒs əˈbɪl ɪ ti /
NOUN
feasibility, likelihood; chance
Synonyms
STRONGEST
action circumstance hazard hope incident opportunity probability prospect risk
STRONG
achievability attainableness break contingency fling fluke fortuity happening instance liability likeliness occasion occurrence odds plausibility play potentiality practicability prayer shot stab toss-up
WEAK
fair shake fifty-fifty outside chance workableness
Antonyms
STRONGEST
certainty safety surety
STRONG
plan
WEAK
impossibility impossible unfeasibility unlikelihood

Example Sentences

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“We’re very big fans of Olivia Rodrigo, and honestly, we are really hoping to to meet her here,” Gwen said, beaming at the possibility.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier launched an investigation into OpenAI and its ChatGPT models, citing national security risks and the possibility that ChatGPT helped facilitate a shooting at Florida State University.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt directly addressed a question on the draft and the possibility of US troops on the ground in Iran during an interview with Fox News in early March.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

At the time, the company indicated there was a possibility of a finalized lease in early 2026.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Plus, there was the possibility that—though very rare—people could have the same Bertillon measurements.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day