possible

/ˈpɒsɪbl̩//ˈpɑsəbl̩/
🔵 Intermediate

Word Statistics

Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables3

Moderate complexity

Analysis:

  • Common vocabulary word

noun

1. A possible one.

2. A possible choice, notably someone being considered for a position.

"Jones is a possible for the new opening in sales."

3. A particular event that may happen.

Synonyms

adjective

1. (usually not comparable) Able but not certain to happen; neither inevitable nor impossible.

"It's not just possible, it's probable."

Synonyms: futurable
Antonyms: certain, impossible, inevitable

2. Capable of being done or achieved; feasible.

"It's possible for anyone to learn to pay the bagpipes."

Synonyms: achievable, doable, viable
Antonyms: impossible

3. Being considered, e.g. for a position.

"Jones and Smith are both possible for the opening in sales."

4. Apparently valid, likely, plausible.

Synonyms: likely, plausible
Antonyms: implausible

Synonyms

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