Potential
9 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Having or showing the capacity to develop into something in the future; latent qualities or abilities that may be developed. Can also be used as a noun to describe inherent capability.
“The young athlete showed tremendous potential to compete at an international level.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/pəˈtɛnʃəl/
Syllables
po·ten·tial
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Contains 'POT' opening and '-TIAL' ending; watch for the double 'T'
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Scrabble
Worth 11 points; strategic placement of 'P' maximises scoring
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