Possible
Example: Il est possible de finir ce projet avant la date limite.
Definition
"Possible" describes something that can be done, achieved, or happens without contradiction or impossibility. For example, in the sentence 'Il est possible de finir ce projet avant la date limite,' it means that finishing the project before the deadline is achievable.
Etymology
The word "possible" comes from the Latin 'possibilis,' meaning 'able to be done.' It evolved through Old French before entering English, carrying the same sense of capability or feasibility. Did you know? The root 'posse' in Latin means 'to be able,' which is at the heart of the word "possible."
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"Possible" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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