English word possibility comes from Latin possum (I am able, can.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| possum | Latin (lat) | I am able, can. |
| possibilis | Latin (lat) | Possible, that may exist, that may be done. |
| possibilitas | Late Latin (LL) | |
| possibilite | Old French (842-ca. 1400) (fro) | |
| possibilité | Middle French (ca. 1400-1600) (frm) | |
| possibility | English (en) | A thing possible; that which may take place or come into being.. An option or choice, usually used in context with future events.. The quality of being possible. |