1 [notusuallybeforenoun] that can be done or achieved:
It is possible to get there by bus. * Would it be possible for me to leave a message for her? * This wouldn't have been possible without you. * Try to avoid losing your temper if at all possible (= if you can). * Use public transport whenever possible (= when you can). * It's just not physically possible to finish all this by the end of the week. * We spent every possible moment on the beach. * The doctors did all that was humanly possible to save him. * Expansion was made possible by the investment of government money.
OPPIMPOSSIBLE
2 that might exist or happen but is not certain to:
a possible future president * the possible side effects of the drug * Frost is possible, although unlikely, at this time of year. * It's just possible that I gave them the wrong directions. * With the possible exception of the Beatles, no other band has become so successful so quickly. * 'Do you think he'll resign?' 'Anything's possible where he's concerned.' * 'You might be wrong, of course!' 'It's possible, but I doubt it.'
3 reasonable or acceptable in a particular situation:
There are several possible explanations. * Please suggest possible ways in which you would improve the existing program.
4 used after adjectives to emphasize that sth is the best, worst, etc. of its type:
It was the best possible surprise anyone could have given me. * Don't leave your packing until the last possible moment.
IDIOMS
as quickly, much, soon, etc. as possible as quickly, much, soon, etc. as you can:
We will get your order to you as soon as possible. * Try to give as much detail as possible in your answer.
moreatWORLD
noun a person or a thing that is suitable for a particular job, purpose, etc. and might be chosen:
Out of all the people interviewed, there are only five possibles.
