Potential

Synonyms of potential

• possibility
• capability
• potentiality

Antonyms of potential

• real
• actual
• existing

Collocations of potential

potential opportunity

Frequency: 70 %

He saw the potential opportunity for growth in the new project.

potential risk

Frequency: 65 %

Before investing, they carefully assessed the potential risk involved.

potential candidate

Frequency: 60 %

She is a potential candidate for the position due to her qualifications.

potential threat

Frequency: 50 %

The cybersecurity team identified a potential threat to the company's data.

potential impact

Frequency: 45 %

The potential impact of the new policy changes is still being analyzed.

Idiomatic Expressions for potential

• Phrase: untapped potential
  Meaning: unused or undiscovered capabilities or possibilities; not yet realized potential
  Usage: The company saw the untapped potential in the new market and decided to expand their products there.