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wager Synonyms
Another word for wager
Choosing another word for wager depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
An agreement in which two or more parties risk money or something of value on the outcome of an uncertain event, or the amount of money or item risked in such an agreement.
Usage Example
"The two friends made a friendly bet over which team would win the championship."
Strongest
bet
stake
gamble
Strong
punt
Weak
venture
• verb (Context 2)
To risk a sum of money or valued item against someone else's on the basis of the outcome of an unpredictable event.
Usage Example
"She refused to bet her hard-earned savings on such a speculative business venture."
Strongest
bet
stake
gamble
Strong
risk
venture
hazard
• verb (Context 3)
To feel or express confidence that a particular statement is true or that a specific outcome will happen.
Usage Example
"I would bet that most commuters have no idea how old the city's subway tunnels actually are."
Strongest
bet
Strong
predict
suspect
reckon
Opposites of wager
The opposite of wager shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
doubt
certainty
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Wager. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/wager