potential是什么意思

详细释义

• 0 possible when the necessary conditions exist -- 潜在的，可能的

  • A number of potential buyers have expressed interest in the company. 一些潜在的买主表达了对该公司的兴趣。

  • Many potential customers are waiting for a fall in prices before buying. 很多潜在的顾客都在等着降价再购买。

  • The accident is a grim reminder of the potential dangers involved in North Sea oil production. 该事故残酷地提醒人们北海石油生产可能会出现的危险。

• 1 someone's or something's ability to develop, achieve, or succeed -- 潜力，潜能

  • The region has enormous potential for economic development. 该地区经济发展潜力巨大。

  • I don't feel I'm achieving my full potential in my present job. 我觉得目前的工作没有完全发挥我的潜力。

  • [ + to infinitive ] You have the potential to reach the top of your profession. 你有潜力达到事业的顶峰。

  • I think this room has got a lot of potential (= could be very nice if some changes were made to it). 我觉得这个房间有很多可改进之处。