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potential

[puh-ten-shuhl] / pəˈtɛn ʃəl /
ADJECTIVE
promising
Synonyms
STRONGEST
hidden likely possible probable
STRONG
budding future
WEAK
abeyant conceivable dormant embryonic imaginable implied inherent latent lurking plausible prepatent quiescent thinkable undeveloped unrealized within realm of possibility
Antonyms
STRONGEST
unlikely
WEAK
helpless impossible lacking unpromising
NOUN
possibility for achievement
Synonyms
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ability capability capacity potentiality power
STRONG
aptitude arete wherewithal
WEAK
the makings what it takes
Antonyms
STRONGEST
impotence inability incompetence weakness
WEAK
impossible lack

Example Sentences

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It is also trying to free up money to invest in digital businesses where it sees growth potential.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The Coast Guard was not able to comment on the specifics of the investigation, including on potential suspects in the case.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Some companies have said that they would stop using Claude in their government work to avoid any potential issues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Rigetti has drawn criticism on Wall Street over its reliance on federal funding to support ongoing research-and-development efforts, with some analysts arguing that Rigetti’s dependence on government contracts limits its near-term growth potential.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

“I told you this one had the potential to be special.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse