什么是 potential(形容词)?
potential 作形容词时,意为“潜在的;可能的”,用来描述某人或某事具有在未来实现某种结果或能力的可能性。
它通常修饰名词,表示该名词所代表的事物尚未发生,但存在发生的条件或可能性。
常见用法与结构
- potential + 名词:如 potential problem(潜在问题)、potential customer(潜在客户)
- a potential threat/risk/benefit:一种潜在的威胁/风险/好处
- 常用于正式或学术语境中,强调可能性而非确定性
例句示范
- The new technology has potential applications in medicine.
- She is a potential candidate for the leadership role.
- We need to address any potential issues before launch.
- This area shows potential for economic growth.
注意事项
⚠️ potential 作形容词时不可用于比较级或最高级(如 more potential / most potential 是错误的)。
✅ 正确表达应使用其他副词或结构,例如:“even more promising” 或 “the most likely candidate”。
❌ 错误示例:This is the most potential solution. ✅ 正确改写:This is the most promising solution.