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Venture

Verb / ˈventʃɜ: / Another word for venture — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Venture means to take a risk or to embark on a new journey that may have an uncertain outcome.

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Common collocations

  • venture capital
  • venture forth
  • venture out
  • venture into
  • joint venture
  • business venture
  • risk a venture

Word family

noun venture
verb venture
adjective adventurous

Usage note

As a noun, 'venture' often implies a degree of risk or uncertainty. As a verb, it can mean to dare to go somewhere or to say something, often with a sense of risk.

Example sentences

  1. He was willing to venture his entire fortune on the new business idea.
  2. They are planning to venture into the forest to explore the wildlife.
  3. Venturing out into the stormy weather, she realized she had forgotten her umbrella.
  4. The company is seeking new ventures to invest in.
  5. It takes a lot of courage to venture into the unknown.

Quotes

  • All great deeds and all great thoughts have a ridiculous beginning. Great works are often born on a street corner or in a restaurant's revolving door. - Albert Camus
  • Fortune favors the brave. - Terence
  • One does not discover new lands without consenting to lose sight of the shore for a very long time. - Andre Gide

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