a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)

[ Syn: escapade , risky venture , dangerous undertaking ]

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome; When you buy these stocks you are gambling

[ Syn: gamble , chance , risk , hazard , take chances , run a risk , take a chance ]

put at risk; I will stake my good reputation for this

[ Syn: venture , hazard , stake , jeopardize ]