possible
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈpɒs.ə.bəl/]
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1. possible (adj) — sense 1
Definition: Able but not certain to happen; neither inevitable nor impossible.
Example: Rain tomorrow is possible, but I wouldn't bet on it.
2. possible (adj) — sense 2
Definition: Capable of being done or achieved; feasible.
Example: It's possible for anyone to learn to play the bagpipes.
3. possible (adj) — sense 3
Definition: Being considered, e.g. for a position.
Example: Jones and Smith are both possible for the opening in sales.
4. possible (noun) — sense 4
Definition: A possible choice, notably someone being considered for a position.
Example: Jones is a possible for the new opening in sales.
5. possible (noun) — sense 5
Definition: That which is possible for somebody.
Example: […] “don’t you be in any great hurry after that treasure.”
“Why, sir, I do my possible, which that ain’t,” said Silver. “I can only, asking your pardon, save my life and the boy’s by seeking for that treasure; and you may lay to that.”
6. possible (noun) — sense 6
Definition: A particular event that may happen.
Structure of the word
Roots:- h₁es (Proto-Indo-European)
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