Word Network: chance

Probability is how likely it is that something will happen. It is used to describe the chance of an event occurring, often using numbers or percentages.

As a noun, 'random' is primarily used in the prepositional phrase 'at random,' referring to a state where items or events are chosen without a definite plan, purpose, or pattern. In modern informal contexts, it can also refer to an unknown or unexpected person who appears in a specific situation.

Success or failure apparently brought by chance rather than through one's own actions.

A situation involving exposure to danger.