Oppertunity vs. Opportunity: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on October 19, 2023
"Oppertunity" is an incorrect spelling. "Opportunity" is the correct spelling, referring to a favorable circumstance for a specific purpose.
Which is correct: Oppertunity or Opportunity
How to spell Opportunity?
Oppertunity is Incorrect
Opportunity is Correct
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Key Differences
Think of the word "port" in the middle, not "pert".
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Oct 18, 2023
Opportunity opens the "door", not the "der".
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Only one 'r' and it's right after the 'o'.
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Oct 18, 2023
Remember it as "Op-por-tunity", emphasizing "por".
Harlon Moss
Oct 18, 2023
Associate with "option" – it’s an "op-tion" you take.
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Oct 18, 2023
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Oppertunity and Opportunity Definitions
Opportunity
A favorable juncture of circumstances.
An investment opportunity arose.
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Oct 12, 2023
Opportunity
A chance for employment or promotion.
Job opportunities in the city are vast.
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Oct 12, 2023
Opportunity
A chance to achieve a favorable outcome.
Don't miss out on this learning opportunity.
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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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Opportunity
A set of circumstances making it possible to achieve something.
She had an opportunity to travel.
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Oct 12, 2023
Opportunity
A suitable moment or occasion.
This is a great opportunity to ask questions.
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Oct 12, 2023
FAQs
Why is it called Opportunity?
Derived from Latin "opportunitas" meaning 'fitness, convenience', related to "opportunus" which means 'fit, convenient, suitable'.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 18, 2023
What is the root word of Opportunity?
Derived from the Latin word "opportunitas".
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Oct 18, 2023
What is the verb form of Opportunity?
There isn’t a direct verb form of "opportunity". However, one might "capitalize" or "seize" an opportunity.
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Which preposition is used with Opportunity?
"Of" as in "opportunity of" or "for" as in "opportunity for".
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Oct 18, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Opportunity?
No specific conjunction is tied to "opportunity".
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Oct 18, 2023
Which determiner is used with Opportunity?
"A" or "the" can be used, depending on context.
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Oct 18, 2023
What is the first form of Opportunity?
Opportunity (it's a noun and doesn't have verb forms).
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Oct 18, 2023
Is Opportunity a vowel or consonant?
"Opportunity" is a word containing both vowels and consonants.
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How is Opportunity used in a sentence?
"He was given an opportunity to showcase his skills during the event."
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Oct 18, 2023
About Author
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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.
