Potentially

/pəˈtɛnʃəli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

Having the capacity to develop into something in the future; possibly.

The new technology could potentially revolutionize the industry.

Expressing a possibility rather than a certainty.

The weather report suggests that it may potentially rain tomorrow.

Indicating that something is possible, but not guaranteed.

This treatment is potentially effective for patients with that condition.

Used to describe someone or something that holds promise for future development.

She is a potentially great athlete with the right training.

From the word 'potential' combined with the suffix '-ly' indicating manner.

potential risk

A risk that may or may not occur.

potential benefits

Advantages that might be realized in the future.

potential client

A client who has the possibility to engage in a business relationship.

potential

Having latent qualities or abilities that may be developed.

potent

Having great power, influence, or effect.

potency

The power of something to produce an effect.

Possibly in a casual context.

We could potentially go to the party later.

Used to express a vague idea of future possibility.

That could potentially be a good idea, I guess.