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opportunities

/ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nɪ.tiz/
Meanings
  • Noun

    A time or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something, especially something new or desirable.

    - "He was given an opportunity to speak in front of the class."
    - "The company is offering new opportunities for young graduates."
  • Noun

    A favorable or advantageous situation or condition.

    - "The economic crisis created many opportunities for new businesses."
    - "She seized the opportunity to ask for a raise."
Pronunciation
  1. /ˌɑpɚˈtunətiz/



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Rhymes
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hopes , opes , hopes , stopes , mopes , gropes
Variants
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opportunities , opportunity , equal opportunities employer , equal opportunities , photo opportunities , photo opportunity
Etymology
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From the Middle English word 'opportune', meaning 'happening at the right time'.

Trivia
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  1. The word 'opportunity' first appeared in English in the late 14th century.

  2. The phrase 'seize the day' is often associated with opportunities, as it encourages people to take advantage of the present moment and make the most of their opportunities.

  3. In ancient Rome, the goddess Fortuna was often depicted as the personification of opportunities. She was depicted as a wheel with various gods and goddesses riding on it, representing the unpredictable nature of opportunities and the importance of being prepared to take advantage of them when they arise.

Related Concepts
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  1. Chance: Opportunities and chances are related concepts, as both refer to unexpected or unplanned possibilities. However, opportunities often imply a more deliberate or intentional response, while chances can be more passive or random.

  2. Prospects: Opportunities and prospects are similar concepts, as both refer to potential possibilities or advantages. However, opportunities often imply a specific or immediate possibility, while prospects can refer to a broader or longer-term outlook.

Quotes
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  1. I'm handing you an "opportunity" in the heart of the city where the whole world's heading: journalists, corporate leeches, Japanese tourists, Greco-Roman wrestlers.

    - Gary Smith,{it}Illustrated{/it},11 Sept. 2000

  2. Nowadays my only "opportunity" for an old-fashioned, self-indulgent sulk comes when I'm traveling.

    - Ian Frazier,{it}Atlantic{/it},March 2001

  3. More than 90 percent of female senior managers believe that men's and women's "opportunities" remain unequal …

    - Katha Pollitt,{it}Atlantic{/it},November 1997

  4. A phony war because its stated objective—eradicating terrorism—is impossible and serves to mask unstated, alarmingly open-ended goals, a kind of fishing expedition that provides an "opportunity" for America to display its intimidating arsenal …

    - John Edgar Wideman,{it}Harper's{/it},March 2002
Culture
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Opportunities have been a common theme in literature, especially in stories of personal growth and development. They can represent a turning point or a new beginning, and often require the protagonist to take a risk or make a difficult decision.

How to Memorize "opportunities"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize opportunities, imagine yourself in a situation where you are presented with a new possibility or advantage. See yourself taking advantage of the opportunity and experiencing the positive outcomes.
    - For example, imagine yourself being offered a job interview or being given a chance to speak in front of a large audience.

  2. associate

    - To associate opportunities with positive outcomes, think about times in your life when you have taken advantage of an opportunity and experienced a positive result. Use these memories to reinforce your belief in the value of opportunities.
    - For example, you might associate opportunities with personal growth, new experiences, or financial success.

  3. mnemonics

    - To use a mnemonic to remember the definition of opportunities, try associating the word with the phrase 'open doors'. This can help you remember that opportunities represent new or unexpected possibilities that can open up new doors or opportunities for you.

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