# eventuality

/əˌvɛntʃuˈæɫɪti/ (US) · /ɪvˌɛntʃuːˈælɪti/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/eventuality
Updated: 2026-10-16

## Definition

something that might happen in the future, especially something difficult you want to be ready for.

For teachers: a possible future outcome or circumstance, especially one considered in planning or preparation.

## Examples

- We save money for any future eventuality.
- The school keeps extra buses ready for any eventuality, such as bad weather or road closures.
- Prudent planners do not predict a single future but prepare systems flexible enough to absorb almost any eventuality without collapse.

## Usage notes

- Often appears in phrases with 'for' or 'against', as in 'prepared for any eventuality'.

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