the money risked on a gamble

[ Syn: stake , stakes , wager ]

the act of gambling; he did it on a bet

[ Syn: wager ]

maintain with or as if with a bet; I bet she will be there!

[ Syn: wager ]

stake on the outcome of an issue; I bet $100 on that new horse; She played all her money on the dark horse

[ Syn: wager , play ]

have faith or confidence in; you can count on me to help you any time; Look to your friends for support; You can bet on that!; Depend on your family in times of crisis

[ Syn: count , depend , look , calculate , reckon ]