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wager

[ˈweɪdʒər]

wager Definition

an agreement between two people or groups in which each person or group agrees to do something if they lose a bet.

Using wager: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "wager" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I made a wager with my friend that I could finish the race in under 10 minutes.

  • Example

    He lost a lot of money on a bad wager.

  • Example

    The two teams made a wager on the outcome of the game.

wager Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for wager

Phrases with wager

  • a bet made between friends, usually for a small amount of money or a non-monetary prize

    Example

    We made a friendly wager on who could finish their food first.

  • double or nothing wager

    a bet in which the winner of the original bet offers the loser the chance to either double their winnings or lose everything

    Example

    After losing the first bet, he offered a double or nothing wager to try and win back his money.

  • a bet made on an unlikely outcome or event

    Example

    He placed a long shot wager on the underdog team to win the championship.

Origins of wager

from Middle English 'wagour', from Anglo-French 'wageure', from 'wager' (to pledge), of Germanic origin

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Summary: wager in Brief

A 'wager' [ˈweɪdʒər] is an agreement between two parties in which each agrees to do something if they lose a bet. It can involve money or other prizes, and can be made between friends or groups. Examples include 'I made a wager with my friend that I could finish the race in under 10 minutes.' and 'The two teams made a wager on the outcome of the game.' Phrases like 'friendly wager' and 'long shot wager' denote specific types of bets.