potential (adjective)
Describes something that is currently latent or possible but has not yet been realized or manifested. It refers to qualities or abilities that may develop into something significant in the future given the right conditions.
"We should consider the potential risks before we decide to buy that old house."
Think of a 'POT' that is 'FULL' of seeds. The seeds are not flowers yet, but they have the POT-ENTIAL to grow into them.
The risk is potential. → It is a potential risk.
He is a potential dangerous person. → He is a potentially dangerous person.
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