opportunity
/ˌɑːpərˈtuːnəti/
op · por · tu · ni · ty
ˌɑːp · ər · ˈtuː · nə · ti
English Definition
n. favorable chance
Significado en Español
oportunidad
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Example Sentence
Seize every opportunity.
抓住每个机会。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
op(towards)+port(harbor)+unity(noun)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “Opportunity”:
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A
Chance
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B
Operation
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C
Disaster
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D
Effort
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A — Chance.
“opportunity” means n. favorable chance
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
Studying abroad gave her a wonderful ______ to learn a new language.
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A
opportunity
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B
burden
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C
penalty
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D
setback
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A — opportunity.
“opportunity” means n. favorable chance
Common questions about “opportunity”
What does “opportunity” mean?
opportunity — n. favorable chance. In Chinese: 机会.
How do you pronounce “opportunity”?
opportunity is pronounced /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnəti/. It breaks into 5 syllables: op · por · tu · ni · ty.
How do you use “opportunity” in a sentence?
Seize every opportunity. (抓住每个机会。)
What are synonyms for “opportunity”?
chance, opening — all close in meaning to opportunity (n. favorable chance).
Is “opportunity” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. opportunity appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “opportunity”?
op(towards)+port(harbor)+unity(noun)
