Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
odds
noun
/ɒdz/
Definition
The ratio that expresses the likelihood of a certain event happening compared to it not happening.
Examples
- The odds of winning the lottery are quite low.
- He always plays with the odds in his favor.
- What are the odds that it will rain tomorrow?
Meaning
Odds refer to the probability of something occurring, often used in gambling and statistics to assess risk or chance.
Synonyms
- Probability
- Likelihood
- Chances
- Risk
