eventuality

noun

even·​tu·​al·​i·​ty i-ˌven-chə-ˈwa-lə-tē How to pronounce eventuality (audio)
plural eventualities
: a possible event or outcome : possibility

Examples of eventuality in a Sentence

He planned carefully and was ready for any eventuality. a cure for that form of cancer seems like a certain eventuality—it's just a matter of time
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Word History

First Known Use

1650, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of eventuality was in 1650

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“Eventuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eventuality. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

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eventuality

noun
even·​tu·​al·​i·​ty i-ˌven-chə-ˈwal-ət-ē How to pronounce eventuality (audio)
plural eventualities
: something that might happen : possibility

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