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AWL Sublist 2 · Academic Word
potential
/pəˈtenʃəl/ Syllables: po·ˈten·tial
English Illustration
Arabic Translation & Context
Synonyms & Antonyms
The capacity to develop or achieve; possible rather than actual.
Synonyms
capacity
possibility
capability
Antonyms
limitation
Translations
potential in Arabic
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Arabic Meaning
إمكانية، قدرة كامنة
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Easy Explanation (Arabic)
أن يكون لديك القدرة أو الاحتمال لتصبح شيئًا ما في المستقبل.
Easy Explanation
Plain English Breakdown
Potential means what could happen or be achieved. A student with potential has the ability to do well.
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Memory TipPotential comes from Latin 'potentia' meaning power — a hidden power waiting to be used.
Contextual Examples
How to use in a sentence
Every student has the potential to succeed with appropriate support and resources.
The technology shows enormous potential for reducing carbon emissions in urban areas.
Researchers must consider the potential limitations of their study design and sample.
Word Families & Pronunciation
potential
| PART OF SPEECH | FORM |
|---|---|
| adverb | potentially |
| noun | potentiality |
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