jackpots

(noun)

/ˈdʒækˌpɒts/

Definitions

Large sums of money or prizes accumulated in a game of chance.
A dazzling cascade of fortune's favor, where dreams rain gold upon the unsuspecting soul.

Example: She won one of the largest jackpots in the history of the lottery.
Any large amount of money or success gained unexpectedly.
A serendipitous windfall that sweeps through life like a comet, leaving success in its radiant wake.

Example: The investment paid off, and they hit the jackpot.

Early 20th century: from 'jack' + 'pot'. Originally denoting a type of poker game with a progressive prize fund.

windfall, bonanza, prize, payout

loss, debt, expense