A possibilidade
Example: A possibilidade de viajar para o exterior anima todos nós.
Definition
"A possibilidade" refers to the chance or opportunity that something might happen or be true. It indicates a situation where there is a potential for an event or condition to occur, such as in the phrase 'A possibilidade de viajar para o exterior anima todos nós,' meaning the possibility of traveling abroad excites us all.
Etymology
The phrase "a possibilidade" comes from Portuguese, where "possibilidade" derives from the Latin word 'possibilitas,' meaning capability or potential. The prefix 'possi-' relates to 'being able,' and '-bilidade' corresponds to '-bility' in English, denoting a state or condition. Did you know? The concept of possibility has fascinated philosophers for centuries, emphasizing potential rather than certainty.
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