Potencial
Example: Ela tem um potencial enorme para se tornar uma líder excelente.
Definition
"Potencial" refers to the inherent ability or capacity in a person or thing that can be developed or realized in the future. It indicates the possibility of achieving success or excellence, as in the phrase 'She has enormous potential to become an excellent leader.'
Etymology
The word "potencial" comes from the Latin 'potentialis,' meaning 'powerful' or 'having power.' It relates to 'potentia,' which means 'power' or 'ability.' Did you know this term originally conveyed strength or power before evolving to indicate possibility or capacity?
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