[noun] any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome
[noun] an investment that is very risky but could yield great profits; "he knew the stock was a speculation when he bought it" Synonyms: speculation
[noun] a commercial undertaking that risks a loss but promises a profit
[verb] proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers; "We ventured into the world of high-tech and bought a supercomputer" Synonyms: embark
[verb] put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation; "I am guessing that the price of real estate will rise again"; "I cannot pretend to say that you are wrong" Synonyms: guess, pretend, hazard
[verb] put at risk; "I will stake my good reputation for this" Synonyms: hazard, adstake, jeopardize
