Chance ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Chance ( noun )

1. A possibility or likelihood of something happening.
2. A happening or occurrence that is not planned or intended.
3. A situation or set of circumstances that makes something possible or likely.
4. A opportunity or possibility for advancement or progress.

Origin:

From middle english chaunce, from old french chance, from latin cadentia ("a falling, occurrence"), from cadere ("to fall").

Examples:

1. He took a chance and won the lottery.
2. She had a chance to go to college.
3. The company took a chance on the new product.
4. He had a chance meeting with an old friend.
5. The team had a chance to win the game.

(As a verb)

Chance ( verb )

1. A possibility or likelihood of something happening.
2. A happening or occurrence that is not planned or intended.
3. A situation or set of circumstances that makes something possible or likely.
4. A opportunity or possibility for advancement or progress.

Origin:

From middle english chaunce, from old french chance, from latin cadentia ("a falling, occurrence"), from cadere ("to fall").

Examples:

1. He took a chance and won the lottery.
2. She had a chance to go to college.
3. The company took a chance on the new product.
4. He had a chance meeting with an old friend.
5. The team had a chance to win the game.