Simple meaning
What does Potential mean?
possible but not yet real.
Dictionary definition
possible in the future but not yet actual.
Example sentences
Potential in a sentence
easy
The class used potential to describe the result in simple words.
medium
In reading, we compared two passages and discussed why one description seemed more potential.
hard
During group work, students explained how potential changed the meaning and evaluation of the information.
Synonyms
Words like Potential
similar wordClose in meaning, but usage can depend on context.
related termUsed in similar descriptions with small differences.
Antonyms
Opposite words
opposite qualityA useful contrast in descriptive meaning.
different conditionShows a contrasting state or level.
Word family
Potential word family
Base word
potential
adjective
potential
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does potential mean?
Potential means possible but not yet real.
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