Having potential
“He was identified early as a possible captain of the school's football team.”
Appearing to be true on the basis of alleged evidence
“Overgrazing and poor range management is the evident cause for this serious land degradation.”
(ready to) In such a condition as to be likely to do something
“The audience appeared to be ready to explode in fits of laughter at any second.”
Certain or very likely to occur
“Without an umbrella, we are sure to get wet if it starts to rain.”
Certain to happen
In all likelihood
“You could well just leave this for tomorrow without any serious repercussions.”
Without question and beyond doubt
“We are definitely going to need a bigger car following the new addition to our family.”
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