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Synonyms & Similar Words
slim chance
low probability
unlikely event
remote possibility
faint hope
outside chance
long shot
improbable outcome
uncertain prospect
dubious likelihood
small possibility
meager opportunity
scarce chance
weak probability
low likelihood
infinitesimal chance
negligible possibility
minute chance
rare opportunity
unlikely prospect
low expectation
faint possibility
gloomy outlook
bleak prospect
discouraging chance
unpromising situation
unfavorable circumstance
hopeless situation
desperate chance
forlorn hope
last chance
Meaning of Poor Chance
A poor chance refers to a small or unlikely possibility of something happening.
Definitions
- A situation in which something is unlikely to happen or be successful
- * A small or slight possibility of something happening
Etymology of Poor Chance
The phrase "poor chance" is derived from the Old English words "pōr" meaning poor or weak, and "cēosan" meaning to choose or happen, with the modern English word "chance" coming from the Old French "cheance" meaning chance or opportunity
Historically, the phrase has been used to describe situations where the likelihood of success or a positive outcome is low
Example Uses
- The team has a poor chance of winning the championship this year
- * She has a poor chance of getting the job with her limited experience
- * The poor chance of success didn't deter him from trying
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
good chance
high probability
likely event
strong possibility
certain outcome
sure thing
favorable prospect
promising situation
encouraging chance
hopeful outlook
optimistic prospect
favorable chance
likely prospect
probable outcome
certain chance
near certainty
strong likelihood
high expectation