raffle Synonyms
Another word for raffle
• noun (Context 1)
A means of raising money by selling numbered tickets, one or some of which are subsequently drawn at random, the holder or holders of such tickets winning a prize.
"The elementary school organized a charity lottery to fund new instruments for the music department."
• verb (Context 2)
To offer or dispose of (something) as a prize in a lottery by selling numbered tickets and drawing a winner at random (often followed by 'off').
"The community center decided to raffle off a handmade quilt to raise funds for the winter shelter."
• verb (Context 3)
To participate in a raffle or take part in a game of chance for a prize.
"Several guests raffled for the vintage watch at the annual gala."
• noun (Context 4)
Rubbish, refuse, or a jumble of miscellaneous debris.
"After the renovation, the contractors cleared out a heap of old timber and rubbish from the basement."
Opposites of raffle
The opposite of raffle shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: