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Noun This is the chance of a lifetime! Everyone deserves a fair chance of winning the award. If you give me a chance, I know I can do a good job. We didn't have much chance to talk about it. There's a good chance that we'll finish on time. If you are free tonight, is there any chance you could join me for dinner?
an occasion that allows something to be done: get a chance I didn't get a chance to speak to her. have a chance If you have a chance, try the steak. give someone a chance He's a very smart kid and just needs someone to give him a chance. [ + to infinitive ] If you give me a chance to speak, I'll explain.
Synonyms for CHANCE: luck, circumstance, accident, hazard, casualty, fate, hap, risk; Antonyms of CHANCE: purpose, intention, intent, plan, design, scheme, outline, sure thing.
Definition of chance noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
CHANCE definition: 1. the possibility that something will happen: 2. the opportunity to do something: 3. the way…. Learn more.
If you chance something, you do it even though there is a risk that you may not succeed or that something bad may happen. Andy knew the risks. I cannot believe he would have chanced it.
A chance is a possibility — but it's not a sure thing. There could be a chance of rain today or a chance you'll be the lead in the school play. Chance is sometimes about opportunity, as in getting a chance to try out for the baseball team. Sometimes it's just luck, as in taking a chance on a new car through a raffle at school.
