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opportunity
[ op-er-too-ni-tee, -tyoo- ]
noun
- an appropriate or favorable time or occasion:
Their meeting afforded an opportunity to exchange views.
- a situation or condition favorable for attainment of a goal.
- a good position, chance, or prospect, as for advancement or success.
opportunity
/ ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪtɪ /
noun
- a favourable, appropriate, or advantageous combination of circumstances
- a chance or prospect
Word History and Origins
Origin of opportunity1
Example Sentences
"I think that there were many opportunities that the school had to be able to realise that this man is an abuser and a groomer, and I feel like they ignored that."
In addition, the Bureau of Prisons will restore early release credits to FCI Dublin transfers and expunge invalid disciplinary write-ups by Dublin staff to ensure class members don’t lose opportunities for early release.
While Mahama told supporters "it is a choice between the Ghana we have today and the Ghana we want together. A Ghana of opportunity, prosperity, and justice for all."
"It was a wonderful opportunity for two relatively ordinary blokes to be in extraordinary circumstances, being a conduit of other people's stories from around the world," he adds.
Shifting attitudes towards working from home are seen by many as good for work/life balance, but spending less time with colleagues can also mean less opportunity to meet new people.
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