potentially

adverb

po·​ten·​tial·​ly pə-ˈten(t)-sh(ə-)lē 

: in a potential or possible state or condition

—used to describe the possible results or effects of something

a potentially dangerous situation [=a situation that has the potential to be or become dangerous]

a potentially useful feature

By creating a personal home page, anyone can publish material that potentially can be read by millions of people worldwide.

—Peter H. Lewis

The phenomenon seemed significant for both the science of immunology and, potentially, for medicine.

—Daniel J. Kevles

Potentially adding to the cost of the bail-out is the prevailing FDIC notion that some banks are simply too big to fail.

—L. J. Davis

The result, they say, is that children are less compelled to play outside, potentially stunting emotional and physical development and exacerbating a nationwide epidemic of childhood obesity.

—Sumathi Reddy

Examples of potentially in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And building affordable housing is very costly, potentially increasing property taxes and making businesses less competitive. —Daniel Biss, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2024

Sternlicht believes Powell will cut rates sooner rather than later, potentially saving some of these banks. —Will Daniel, Fortune, 8 May 2024

When asked about potentially moving the game during the Sparks’ recent media day, general manager Raegan Pebley said team officials understood the interest and demand for tickets that has been steadily growing. —Iliana Limón Romero, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2024

For instance, taller people may eat more, which could potentially increase their exposure to carcinogens or other factors associated with colon cancer risk. —Lauryn Higgins, Health, 7 May 2024

For an additional $1, players can add the Megaplier to potentially increase their winnings outside of the jackpot. —Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 7 May 2024

His opposition was primarily aimed at Musk’s eccentric ways and volatile behavior as the lead of a company that could potentially have global impact. —Logan Carter / Jalopnik, Quartz, 7 May 2024

Sign up today and potentially save up to 50% on your next beach vacation. —Christopher Murray, Fox News, 7 May 2024

The right choice can protect your home from the harsh elements and potentially save you money on repairs and energy costs in the long run. —Sara Kendall, Miami Herald, 7 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above