Dictionary Check: venture

"venture" is a valid word!

Scrabble 10 points
Words with Friends 13 points

Definition

noun

any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome

noun

an investment that is very risky but could yield great profits

Example: "he knew the stock was a speculation when he bought it"
Synonyms:
noun

a commercial undertaking that risks a loss but promises a profit

verb

proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers

Example: "We ventured into the world of high-tech and bought a supercomputer"
Synonyms:
verb

put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation

Example: "I am guessing that the price of real estate will rise again"
Synonyms:
verb

put at risk

Example: "I will stake my good reputation for this"

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