Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

against all odds

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.26 in modern English

Syllables: again-st al-l odds
IPA

17

Scrabble Score

14

Letters

3

Syllables

9

Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

Despite seemingly insurmountable opposition or probability.

Example Sentences

"Against all odds, the inexperienced new player won the tournament."
"But, against all the odds, one company is still alive and most definitely kicking."

Synonyms

against all expectations contrary to all expectations

Questions

What does against all odds mean?: Despite seemingly insurmountable opposition or probability.

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