Incorrect spelling, explanation: posible is incorrect, because Latin posse, which is the origin of this word, is written with double s. So is modern English possible – the spelling remained similar to the original form. Therefore possible is the correct form.
Correct spelling, explanation: this form is the correct one as the word possible comes from Latin possibilis (posse – to be able to – with a suffix), which is also written with double consonant s. This spelling remained so posible is an incorrect form and the correct one is possible.
Definition of possible:
adjective, that may be true or not excluded from happening
It is highly possible that the suspect is the real killer.
I believe in man-woman friendship. I think it’s possible.
Idioms and phrases with possible:
as soon as possible, in the shortest possible time
Tell Jane to come to my office as soon as possible.
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