B2
impossibility vs possibility
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| impossibilitynoun/ɪmˌpɑː.səˈbɪl.ə.ti/ | Meaning the fact that something cannot happen or cannot be done; something that is impossible | Goes with impossibility of | Example The impossibility of finishing the work by Friday was obvious to everyone. |
| possibilitynoun/ˌpɑː.səˈbɪl.ə.ti/ | Meaning a chance that something may happen or be true | Goes with possibility of | Example There is a possibility of heavy rain this afternoon. |
Which word fits?
1 of 7Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Checking every file is a practical .