potential
po
ten
ˈtɛn
ten
tial
ʃəl
shēl
British pronunciation
/pətˈɛnʃə‍l/

Definition & Meaning of "potential"in English

potential
01

having the possibility to develop or be developed into something particular in the future

potential definition and meaning
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She saw potential issues with the project and addressed them early on.
They discussed potential solutions to the problem during the brainstorming session.
Potential
01

the inherent capability or ability to develop, achieve, or succeed in the future

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The young athlete showed great potential to become a world-class competitor.
Her artistic potential was evident from the stunning paintings she created at such a young age.
1.1

the possibility or likelihood of something happening or becoming true, real, or effective

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The new policy has the potential to improve healthcare access for millions of people.
The storm has the potential to cause significant damage if it makes landfall.
02

the energy difference that drives current, typically measured in volts

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The potential across the battery terminals was measured at 12 volts.
Engineers calculated the electrical potential between the two nodes to ensure the circuit would function properly.
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