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English word

potential

B2Academic AWL-2Frequent NGSL-1
UK /pəˈtenʃl/US /pəˈtenʃl/
adjective

that can develop into something or be developed in the future

noun

the possibility of something happening or being developed or used

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BTS RM's Keynote Speech at the APEC CEO Summit (2025)
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K-pop's shining success is proof that cultural diversity and creativity are the greatest human potential.

BTS RM's Keynote Speech at the APEC CEO Summit (2025)

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