potentially

adverb
UK: /pəˈten.ʃəl.i/
US: /pəˈten.ʃəl.i/

  1. With the possibility of something happening or being true.

    1. The meeting could potentially last for several hours.
    2. These new laws could potentially harm small businesses if not implemented carefully.

  2. In a way that could develop into something in the future.

    1. This area is potentially a good place to build a house.
    2. The project is potentially viable, but it requires more funding and expertise.

Synonyms

likely maybe conceivably perhaps possibly

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "potentially" in English means: With the possibility of something happening or being true., In a way that could develop into something in the future..

The phonetic transcription of "potentially" is /pəˈten.ʃəl.i/ in British English and /pəˈten.ʃəl.i/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "potentially": likely, maybe, conceivably, perhaps, possibly.

Example usage of "potentially": "The meeting could potentially last for several hours.". More examples on the page.