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chancy Synonyms

Another word for chancy

Choosing another word for chancy depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Subject to chance; uncertain, unpredictable, or risky.

Usage Example

"Investing all of your savings into a single startup is a risky proposition."

Strongest
risky
uncertain
unpredictable
dicey
Strong
precarious
iffy
touch-and-go
hit-or-miss
hazardous
speculative

• adjective (Context 2)

Lucky, fortunate, or auspicious.

Usage Example

"In older Scottish folklore, certain days of the year were considered far more lucky for a wedding than others."

Strongest
lucky
fortunate
Strong
auspicious
propitious
favorable

Opposites of chancy

The opposite of chancy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

certain
unlucky
safe
risk-free
inauspicious
unfortunate
predictable
secure
See all opposites of chancy

• Nearby Words

chance
chancellor
chancellorship
chancy
chandelier
chandler
change

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Chancy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/chancy
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