eventuality
UK: ɪˌvɛn.tʃuˈæl.ɪ.ti | US: ɪˌvɛn.tʃuˈæl.ɪ.ti
n. a possible event or outcome, especially one that is uncertain or unavoidable
n. the quality or state of being eventual (ultimate or final)
The word traces back to Latin eventus (result), reflecting the idea of "something that comes out." Over time, eventual evolved from "contingent" to "final," and eventuality emerged to describe both potential outcomes and their inevitability. The suffix -ity solidifies the abstract noun form.
We must prepare for every eventuality in the project timeline.
The contract covers all eventualities, including delays.
His calm demeanor suggested he’d anticipated this eventuality.
The team discussed the financial eventualities of the merger.
In war, planning for every eventuality is impossible.