opportunity
noun
uk/ˌɒpəˈtjuːnəti/ us/ˌɒpərˈtuːnəti/ plural opportunities [ C or U ]
an occasion or situation that makes it possible to do something that you want to do or have to do, or the possibility of doing something:
an opportunity to do sth There will be an opportunity to discuss the matter again next week.
an opportunity for sth Fast internet service in rural areas provided a new opportunity for prosperity.
get/have an opportunity Everyone will have the opportunity to comment.
give/offer/provide an opportunity The merger offers an excellent opportunity for growth in the Asian market.
take/seize an opportunity We need to seize this opportunity while we can.
miss/lose an opportunity I've been invited to speak at the conference – it's an opportunity that's too good to miss.
You should include employees in decision-making at every opportunity.
Please contact us at the earliest opportunity.
He left because there was a lack of opportunity for promotion.
[ C ]
a chance to get a job:
employment/job opportunities
an opportunity for sb We need to create more opportunities for young graduates.
See also
Equal Employment Opportunity
equal opportunities