Definitions

1. noun

an opportunity or circumstance that makes it possible to do something

“She got a chance to study abroad.”

2. verb

to take the opportunity to do something

“He decided to chance his luck and try again.”

3. verb

to take a risk in order to achieve something

“If you want to get that job, you’ll have to chance it.”

4. interjection

used to express surprise or excitement

“Chance! I just won the lottery!”

5. noun

a stroke of luck

“It was just a chance that she stumbled upon the hidden treasure.”