potentially
adv. sent.adv. used to say that something is possible and might happen in the future, even if it has not happened yet.
adv. expressing possibility or likelihood; used to indicate that a situation or quality exists in a latent state and may be realised. Often used to qualify a statement about risk or benefit.
This new law could potentially change how we live.
The scientists warned that the melting ice could potentially lead to a significant rise in sea levels.
While the merger is potentially lucrative for shareholders, it remains fraught with regulatory hurdles that could delay the final acquisition for several months.
From potential + -ly.
Typically placed before the adjective or verb it modifies, or at the beginning of a clause to qualify the entire statement.
It is potentially that he will winIt is possible that he will winPotentially is an adverb and cannot function as a predicative adjective after 'to be'; use 'possible' or 'likely' instead.