dike
1 antonyms and opposites of dike, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A long wall or embankment built to hold back water and prevent flooding.
Antonyms
Adikia
Etymology
From Northern Middle English dik and dike (“ditch”), from Old Norse díki (“ditch”). Influenced by Middle Dutch dijc (“ditch; dam”) and Middle Low German dīk (“dam”). See also ditch.
Full origin of dike →Frequently asked questions
What does “dike” mean?
The word “dike” means a long wall or embankment built to hold back water and prevent flooding. In plain terms, a barrier, usually of earth, built to hold back water.
How do you pronounce “dike”?
“Dike” is pronounced dyk (/daɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “dike” in a sentence?
Here is “dike” used in a sentence: “The village relies on an old dike to keep the river out.”
What is the opposite of “dike”?
The opposite of “dike” — its antonyms — is Adikia.
What part of speech is “dike”?
“Dike” is a noun.