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potential

adjectivenoun
UK
/pəˈtenʃl/
US
/pəˈtenʃl/
adjective

that can develop into something or be developed in the future

potential customers/buyers/investors/clients

We have compiled a list of 10 potential candidates.

the potential benefits of European integration

potential risks

a potential threat

the potential impact of the latest surge in oil prices

First we need to identify actual and potential problems.

Have you looked into the potential side effects of the treatment?

a potential prime minister

a potential source of conflict

B2noun

the possibility of something happening or being developed or used

potential for something the potential for change

potential for doing something The European marketplace offers excellent potential for increasing sales.

potential of something the huge potential of the American market

potential to do something The disease has the potential to cause a global health emergency.

B2noun

qualities that exist and can be developed

All children should be encouraged to realize their full potential.

to reach/fulfil/achieve your potential

an artist of great potential

John shows great potential in the swimming pool.

potential as somebody/something She has great potential as an artist.

her belief in art's potential as a healing agent

potential to do something He has the potential to become a world-class musician.

with potential We're looking for a trainee with potential.

The house has a lot of potential.

Zambia has large unexploited tourism potential.

noun

the difference in voltage between two points in an electric field or circuit