opportunity
/ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nɪ.tɪ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: opportunities
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A chance for advancement, progress or profit.
Noun
Examples
seize the opportunity
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A favorable circumstance or occasion.
Noun
Examples
Having a holiday is a great opportunity to relax.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “opportunity” mean?
A chance for advancement, progress or profit.
Is “opportunity” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.