in posse

English

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin in posse, from in (“in”) + posse (“to be able; can”).

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA^(key): /ɪnˈpɑsi/

Adjective

in posse (not comparable)

1. In possibility, having a potential to exist, in potential but not in actuality, (contradistinguished by in esse)

Adverb

in posse (not comparable)

1. In possibility, having a potential to exist, in potential but not in actuality, (contradistinguished by in esse).

Usage notes

• A child living is in esse, but before conception is in posse.

Coordinate terms

• in esse

Anagrams

• spies on, spinose, Pinoses, os penis, Espinos