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 potential potential /pəˈtɛnʃəl/

adjective

  1. () Existing in possibility  ( potential , possible )
    existing in possibility
     A potential problem
    a potential problem
     Possible uses of nuclear power
    possible uses of nuclear power
  2. () Expected to become or be; in prospect  ( likely , potential )
    expected to become or be; in prospect
     Potential clients
    potential clients

noun

  1. () The inherent capacity for coming into being  ( potency , potentiality , potential )
    the inherent capacity for coming into being
      The young athlete showed great potential in her chosen sport.
    The young athlete showed great potential in her chosen sport.
  2. The difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts  ( electric potential , potential , potential difference , potential drop , voltage )
    the difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts