C1 adjective Neutro

potential

/pəˈtenʃl/

Describes something that is currently latent or possible but has not yet been realized or manifested. It refers to qualities or abilities that may develop into something significant in the future given the right conditions.

Exemplos

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1

We should consider the potential risks before we decide to buy that old house.

We should consider the possible future risks before we decide to buy that old house.

2

The committee must evaluate the potential implications of the new policy on local communities.

The committee must evaluate the likely future effects of the new policy on local communities.

3

Watch out, that broken branch is a potential hazard for anyone walking by.

Watch out, that broken branch is a possible future danger for anyone walking by.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
potentiality
Advérbio
potentially
Adjetivo
potential
Relacionado
potency
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Dica de memorização

Think of a 'pot' of water on a cold stove. It has the 'potential' to boil, but it needs the heat of action to make it happen.

Quiz rápido

The investors are looking for startups with high ___ for global expansion.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: potential

Exemplos

1

We should consider the potential risks before we decide to buy that old house.

everyday

We should consider the possible future risks before we decide to buy that old house.

2

The committee must evaluate the potential implications of the new policy on local communities.

formal

The committee must evaluate the likely future effects of the new policy on local communities.

3

Watch out, that broken branch is a potential hazard for anyone walking by.

informal

Watch out, that broken branch is a possible future danger for anyone walking by.

4

Further research is required to explore the potential impact of soil salinity on crop yields.

academic

Further research is required to explore the latent or possible impact of soil salinity on crop yields.

5

Our marketing strategy targets potential customers who have shown interest in sustainable products.

business

Our marketing strategy targets prospective customers who have shown interest in sustainable products.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
potentiality
Advérbio
potentially
Adjetivo
potential
Relacionado
potency

Colocações comuns

potential threat a possible danger that might happen
potential benefit a possible advantage that could be gained
potential candidate someone who might be suitable for a role
potential source a possible place where something originates
potential conflict a situation that might turn into a disagreement

Frases Comuns

reach one's full potential

to achieve everything that one is capable of

untapped potential

abilities or resources that have not yet been used

potential for growth

the possibility of increasing in size or value

Frequentemente confundido com

potential vs possible

'Possible' simply means something can happen, while 'potential' implies a latent power or capacity for development.

potential vs potent

'Potent' means powerful or effective in the present, whereas 'potential' refers to power that is not yet active.

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Notas de uso

As an adjective, 'potential' always precedes the noun it modifies. It is heavily used in academic writing to discuss hypotheses or theoretical outcomes.

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Erros comuns

Learners often use the adverb 'potentially' when the adjective 'potential' is required before a noun, or they confuse it with the noun form which refers to a person's inherent ability.

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Dica de memorização

Think of a 'pot' of water on a cold stove. It has the 'potential' to boil, but it needs the heat of action to make it happen.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Late Latin 'potentialis', from Latin 'potentia' meaning 'power' or 'force'.

Padrões gramaticais

Attributive adjective: always used before a noun (e.g., 'potential problem'). Modified by adverbs of degree: 'highly potential' or 'extremely potential'.
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Contexto cultural

In many English-speaking cultures, especially in education and business, identifying and nurturing 'potential' is seen as a vital path to success.

Quiz rápido

The investors are looking for startups with high ___ for global expansion.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: potential

Frases relacionadas

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