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possible vs possibility

possibility vs possible

possible and possibility both are nouns.

possible is an adjective but possibility is not an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
possible Yes Yes No No
possibility Yes No No No
As nouns, possibility is a hypernym of possible; that is, possibility is a word with a broader meaning than possible:
  • possible: something that can be done
  • possibility: a possible alternative
Other hypernyms of possible include opening, possible action.
possible (noun) possibility (noun)
something that can be done a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena
an applicant who might be suitable a possible alternative
a future prospect or potential
capability of existing or happening or being true
possible (adjective) possibility (adjective)
capable of happening or existing
existing in possibility
Difference between possible and possibility

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