GRE Word List

POTENTIAL

existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality

The meaning of the word potential is existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality.

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WordMeaning
exudeto ooze out
misdemeanora crime less serious than a felony (see felony
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
ossifyto change into bone
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground
tiradea protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
heraldan official at a tournament of arms (see arm
predisposeto dispose in advance