What is another word for chancer?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈansə] (IPA)

Chancer is a word commonly used to describe someone who often takes risks without considering the consequences. There are several synonyms for chancer, which include risk-taker, daredevil, gambler, opportunist, adventurer, plunger and hustler. These words describe individuals who often take chances with their lives, or take advantage of opportunities that come their way. Similarly, these synonyms can also be used to describe people who engage in risky business ventures or make impulsive decisions. Whatever the case may be, it is clear that chancers are individuals who either cannot resist the thrill of risky behavior or who are always on the lookout for a quick path to success.

What are the hypernyms for Chancer?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Chancer

chancer to Vaura, who had been assigned to him, so causing him to be the envy of the other men.
"A Heart-Song of To-day"
Annie Gregg Savigny
chancer, and you and the other men are to blame if I have promised more than I can perform; for I have been unable to say nay to your pleadings, being in a passive mood to-night.
"A Heart-Song of To-day"
Annie Gregg Savigny
"What a terrible expression came into Major Delrose's face just now, as he looked at Sir Lionel Trevalyon," said Vaura to chancer, "if ever man was born to hunt something he looked the man."
"A Heart-Song of To-day"
Annie Gregg Savigny

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