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hit the jackpot

verb

Simple meaning

To receive a more favorable outcome than imagined.

Pronunciation

Say it like this:

hitthuhjakpaht

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈhɪtðədʒækpɑt

This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.

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Definition

Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.

verb

  1. idiomatic

    To receive a more favorable outcome than imagined, especially by good luck.

  2. idiomatic

    To be accurate or correct.

  3. Succeed by luck

  4. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see hit, jackpot.

Word Aura™

How this word commonly comes across.

Aura for this meaning

This meaning: To receive a more favorable outcome than imagined, especially by good luck.

Used this way, hit the jackpot is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It suits reflective writing more than quick conversation.

Emotional tone
Positive
Formality
Slightly formal
Intensity
Moderate
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Fortunate or pleasantly unexpected
Usage feel
Reflective and slightly elevated

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