possibility

Definition

  • noun: a chance that something might exist, happen, or be true
  • noun: the condition or fact of being 'possible'
  • usually + 'of'
  • synonyms: admissibility, aptitude, aptness

Examples

  • ('chiefly Brit') You shouldn't worry about things that are beyond 'the bounds of possibility'. [=things that cannot happen]

  • It is not outside 'the range/realm of possibility' that he could get laid off. [=he might get laid off]

  • There is a strong/real/remote/faint 'possibility' that I will not be chosen for the job.

Movie quotes

  • (..) I guess. I mean because here's the thing. Superhuman good looks, I've always had 'em. Born with it, but superhuman strength? Can you imagine the possibilities, I'm just... Patience boys. All good things to those who wait. Hmm, what? Well I hope you're here to apologize. (..)
    2010 Tangled