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prospective

Pronunciation: [prəˈspɛktiv]

Word

Learn how to use prospective in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “potential”

(adjective) something that is likely to happen in the future or someone who might be involved in something later. Imagine a student who could become a great artist; they are a prospective artist because they have a chance to be one.

Example

She is a prospective student at the art school and might start next year.

Example

He is not a prospective candidate for the job because he doesn't have the required experience.

Example

What makes someone a prospective buyer for a house?

Context: “potential”

(noun) a person who is likely to buy something, especially when looking for something new. Think about someone visiting a car dealership; they're a prospective buyer if they are thinking about buying a car.

Example

The salesperson approached the prospective customers with a smile.

Example

There weren't any prospective buyers at the open house last weekend.

Example

How do we find prospective clients for our business?

How to pronounce prospective

Pronunciation: [prəˈspɛktiv]

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