jackpot
2 synonyms for jackpot, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large cash prize, especially in gambling, that grows until someone wins it.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
How to use jackpot
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hit the jackpot
win the jackpot
jackpot prize
Etymology
First recorded around 1944 for a big prize; it comes from an earlier poker term for a pot that only opens once a player holds a pair of jacks or better.
Full origin of jackpot →Frequently asked questions
What does “jackpot” mean?
The word “jackpot” means a large cash prize, especially in gambling, that grows until someone wins it. In plain terms, a big prize, especially a growing cash prize in gambling, or more loosely any lucky windfall.
How do you pronounce “jackpot”?
“Jackpot” is pronounced JAK-pot (/ˈd͡ʒækpɒt/ in IPA).
How do you use “jackpot” in a sentence?
Here is “jackpot” used in a sentence: “She hit the jackpot on her first pull of the slot machine.”
What part of speech is “jackpot”?
“Jackpot” is a noun.
Where does the word “jackpot” come from?
The word “jackpot” dates back to around 1944. First recorded around 1944 for a big prize; it comes from an earlier poker term for a pot that only opens once a player holds a pair of jacks or better.
Is “jackpot” a common word?
“Jackpot” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “jackpot” have?
“Jackpot” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large cash prize, especially in gambling, that grows until someone wins it.
