Oportunity vs. Opportunity: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on September 23, 2023
"Oportunity" is an incorrect spelling. The correct spelling is "Opportunity," which refers to a favorable circumstance or occasion for achieving a particular outcome.
Which is correct: Oportunity or Opportunity
How to spell Opportunity?
Oportunity is Incorrect
Opportunity is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember that "opportunity" starts with "opp," like "opposite," emphasizing that it often stands in opposition to difficulty.
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Note the two 'p's like a door. When one door (p) closes, another (p) opens, offering an opportunity.
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Spell it as "Op-Port-Unity," breaking down the word can help you remember that it has two 'p's and two 't's.
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Associate the word "Opportunity" with "Unity," remembering that opportunities often bring people together, and that can help remember the 'u' and 't' in the spelling.
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Practice writing it down correctly multiple times to solidify the correct spelling in your memory.
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Oportunity and Opportunity Definitions
Opportunity
Opportunity signifies an appropriate or favorable time.
This is an excellent opportunity to invest.
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Opportunity
Opportunity means a suitable moment for decision or action.
He missed the opportunity to apologize.
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Opportunity
Opportunity means a chance for employment or promotion.
He was given an opportunity for advancement at work.
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Opportunity
Opportunity refers to a set of circumstances that makes it possible to achieve a goal.
She seized the opportunity to start her own business.
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Opportunity
Opportunity can describe an occasion that allows something to be accomplished.
The workshop provided an opportunity to improve skills.
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Opportunity
A favorable or advantageous circumstance or combination of circumstances.
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Opportunity
A chance for advancement, progress or profit.
The world is full of opportunities and it's up to me to see them and pursue them.
Seize the opportunity
Take an opportunity
Missed opportunity
The opportunity came and went
You'll get a second opportunity if you miss this one.
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Opportunity
A favorable circumstance or occasion.
Having a holiday is a great opportunity to relax.
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Opportunity
Opportuneness
The Court questioned the opportunity of introducing these measures in such an uncertain economic climate.
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Opportunity
Fit or convenient time or situation; a time or place permitting or favorable for the execution of a purpose; a suitable combination of conditions; suitable occasion; chance.
A wise man will make more opportunities than he finds.
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Opportunity
Convenience of situation; fitness.
Hull, a town of great strength and opportunity, both to sea and land affairs.
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Opportunity
A possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances;
The holiday gave us the opportunity to visit Washington
Now is your chance
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FAQs
What is the root word of Opportunity?
Derived from the Latin "ob portum veniens," meaning "coming toward a port."
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What is the verb form of Opportunity?
There's no direct verb form, but "to capitalize on" or "to seize" can express taking advantage of an opportunity.
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Which conjunction is used with Opportunity?
"And," as in "opportunity and possibility."
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Why is it called Opportunity?
The term "opportunity" is used to describe a favorable circumstance that allows for a particular action or outcome.
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Which article is used with Opportunity?
"The," as in "the opportunity," or "an," as in "an opportunity."
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How is Opportunity used in a sentence?
"This is a great opportunity for career growth."
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Huma SaeedHuma is a renowned researcher acclaimed for her innovative work in Difference Wiki. Her dedication has led to key breakthroughs, establishing her prominence in academia. Her contributions continually inspire and guide her field.
