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    Opportunity

    /ˌɒpərˈtjunɪti/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.
    She took advantage of the opportunity to study abroad.
    A chance for advancement or progress.
    This job offers a great opportunity for career growth.
    A favorable or advantageous situation.
    He saw the investment as an opportunity to increase his wealth.
    The condition of being advantageous or favorable.
    The opportunity for networking at the conference was invaluable.
    A timely chance or prospect.
    They missed the opportunity to book their tickets at a lower price.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'opportunitas', meaning 'favorable', related to 'opportuna', 'advantageous'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a golden opportunity
    A very good chance to achieve something.
    out of opportunity
    In a situation where there is no opportunity to advance.
    seize the opportunity
    To take full advantage of a chance as it arises.

    Related Words

    possibility
    The state or fact of being likely or able to happen.
    advantage
    A condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position.
    chance
    A possibility of something happening.

    Slang Meanings

    Score
    Landing that interview was a real score for my career.
    Break
    I finally got my break when I was offered the lead role.