gambles
The word “gambles” has 2 syllables: gam-bles
It's pronounced as /ˈɡæmbəlz/
What is synonym and antonym for gambles?
In the thesaurus, “gambles” has 27 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for gambles along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for gambles
- adventures
- bets
- bids
- chances
- crapshoots
- dark horses
- endangers
- enterprises
- fliers
- flutters
- flyers
- goes
- hazards
- imperils
- jeopardizes
- lays
- liberties
- long shots
- offers
- plays
- puts
- speculates
- speculations
- stakes
- throws
- ventures
- wagers
Antonyms for gambles
- sure things
Meanings of gambles
- noun
- A bet or wager.
- A significant risk, undertaken with a potential gain.
- A risky venture.
- verb
- To take a risk, with the potential of a positive outcome.
- To play risky games, especially casino games, for monetary gain.
- To risk (something) for potential gain.
- To interact with equipment at a casino.
Example Sentences
- Gambles in the stock market can yield significant returns, but they also come with inherent risks.
- She carefully weighs her gambles before making any investment decisions, considering both potential gains and losses.
- The entrepreneur gambles on new business ventures, hoping to disrupt the market with innovative ideas.
- In the game of poker, each player strategically evaluates their gambles based on their hand and the actions of opponents.
- Despite the uncertainty, he gambles on his dream of becoming a successful musician, pouring his heart and soul into every performance.
On this page you'll find 28 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to gambles, such as: adventures, bets, bids, chances, crapshoots, dark horses, endangers.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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