noun an act of gambling; an enterprise undertaken or attempted with a risk of loss and a chance of profit
verb to play games of chance for money; to take risky action in the hope of a desired result
Studying the behavior and motivations behind gambling
Taking risks in the hope of gaining a financial reward
The act of playing games of chance for money or other stakes
Participating in games of chance for fun and excitement
The compulsive behavior of continuously gambling despite negative consequences
In the world of literature, writers often take a gamble when choosing to write about controversial topics or experimenting with new writing styles.
Psychologists may take a gamble when trying out new therapeutic techniques or when making a diagnosis based on limited information.
Entrepreneurs frequently gamble on new business ventures, investments, or marketing strategies in order to achieve success.
Stockbrokers often gamble on the stock market by making risky investments in hopes of high returns.
For professional gamblers, gambling is their occupation and they must carefully calculate risks and make strategic decisions to win.