Synonyms of gamblers

gamblers

noun

plural of gambler

as in wagerers

one that bets (as on the outcome of a contest or sports event)

marveled at the huge swarm of gamblers in the casino

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wagerers
• bettors
• speculators
• gamesters
• punters
• pikers
• sharpers
• high rollers
• handicappers
• dicers
• bookmakers
• tipsters
• bluffers
• oddsmakers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of gamblers

Athletes and coaches say they’re being harassed by gamblers more than ever. — Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 24 Aug. 2026

Other gamblers just don’t want to get swindled, so anything that smacks too clearly of insider trading can get you in trouble. — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Connecticut research found that 71% of gambling revenue comes from just 7% of gamblers, all of whom meet the criteria for at-risk or problem gambling. — Brianne Doura-Schawohl, Baltimore Sun, 19 Aug. 2026

The poll found the percentage of gamblers declining across the board, with the only question being how dramatically among each subgroup. — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 18 Aug. 2026

Passenger trains stopping at Fountain Square could bring more folks, especially Wisconsin gamblers, to the permanent casino, which eventually will have 1,250 slot machines and 65 table games. — Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 17 Aug. 2026

Under the the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Congress passed last year, gamblers can no longer fully offset their losses against their winnings. — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2026

The power of variable ratio reinforcement attracts and retains gamblers in a way blackjack, roulette, or craps do not. — Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

Rozier and Laster, federal prosecutors allege, collaborated with sports gamblers so the gamblers could wager on Rozier’s prop bets for a Charlotte Hornets game in March 2023, when Rozier was still with the team. — Mike Vorkunov, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026