A possibilidade



Example: Existe a possibilidade de chover amanhã à tarde.

Definition


"A possibilidade" refers to the condition or fact of something being able to happen or be true, especially when it is not certain. It represents the potential for an event or situation, such as the chance of rain tomorrow afternoon.

Etymology


The phrase "a possibilidade" comes from Portuguese, combining the article "a" meaning "the" and "possibilidade," derived from Latin "possibilitas," which means capability or potential. Did you know? The root "posse" in Latin means "to be able," highlighting the idea of something being possible or within reach.

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