"adventure" in the noun sense
1. adventure, escapade, risky venture, dangerous undertaking
a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)
"adventure" in the verb sense
1. gamble, chance, risk, hazard, take chances, adventure, run a risk, take a chance
take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
"When you buy these stocks you are gambling"
2. venture, hazard, adventure, stake, jeopardize
put at risk
"I will stake my good reputation for this"
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