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Possibilities

Verb / ˌpɑ:sʌˈbɪlʌti:z / Another word for possibilities — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The state or fact of being possible; the likelihood of something happening or being true.

Synonyms & similar words

possibleness possibleaction impossibility hypothesis theory possibility opening potential opportunities prospects options chances capabilities likelihood feasibility capacity potentiality plausibility scope potentialities eventuality eventualities hope possibleness practicability practicality promise

Synonyms by register

Formal

options alternatives potentials prospects

Informal

chances options ways shots

Literary

horizons vistas potentials

Antonyms

certainties facts realities impossibilities certainty impossibility

Common collocations

  • explore possibilities
  • limitless possibilities
  • future possibilities
  • new possibilities
  • consider possibilities
  • all possibilities
  • potential possibilities
  • various possibilities

Word family

noun possibility
verb possibilize
adjective possible
adverb possibly

Usage note

While 'possibilities' often refers to future potential, it can also refer to existing options. It is generally neutral in connotation.

Example sentences

  1. The possibilities for our weekend plans are endless.
  2. There are so many possibilities for what might happen.
  3. The possibilities of success are great if you work hard.
  4. The possibilities of finding a solution are high.
  5. The possibilities for change are always there.

Quotes

  • The possibilities are numerous once we decide to act and not react. - George Bernard Shaw
  • All things are possible until they are proved impossible and even the impossible may only be so, as of now. - Pearl S. Buck
  • The future depends on what we do in the present. - Mahatma Gandhi

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