Adjective | Risk / Questionable Decision
Encyclopedia of British Slang
CHANCY
Adjective | Mild | Risk / Questionable Decision
CHANCY Pronunciation: /’t???n-si/ Part of Speech: Adjective Severity Level: Mild Category: Risk / Questionable Decision
Core Definition
Chancy means:
Risky
Uncertain
Likely to fail
It implies doubt rather than danger.
Linguistic Origins
Derived from chance.
In use since at least the 19th century.
Usage Contexts
Weather:
Bit chancy.
Investment:
Looks chancy.
Plan:
Thats chancy.
It signals caution.
Emotional Register
Chancy is understated.
Rarely alarmist.
Final Assessment
Chancy captures measured uncertainty.
Without panic.
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