A possibilidade



Example: A possibilidade de viajar este ano me deixa feliz.

Definition


"A possibilidade" refers to the state or condition of something being possible or capable of happening. It is often used to express the potential for an event or action to occur, such as in the phrase 'The possibility of traveling this year makes me happy.'

Etymology


The phrase "a possibilidade" comes from Portuguese, where "possibilidade" derives from the Latin word "possibilitas," meaning 'capability' or 'power.' The root "posse" means 'to be able,' indicating something that can happen or be achieved. Did you know? The concept of possibility is central to philosophical discussions about potentiality and reality.

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