dicey
Dicey (adjective) means Risky or unpredictable; likely to go wrong. Example: “Driving on that icy road felt pretty dicey.”
How to use dicey
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes a situation that feels unsafe or unreliable, where the outcome is far from guaranteed.
Informal — common in everyday speech, not formal writing.
Word forms
dicier comparative, diciest superlative
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Etymology
From dice + -y — something as unpredictable as a roll of the dice.
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What does “dicey” mean?
The word “dicey” means risky or unpredictable; likely to go wrong. In plain terms, describes a situation that feels unsafe or unreliable, where the outcome is far from guaranteed.
How do you pronounce “dicey”?
“Dicey” is pronounced DEYE-see (/ˈdaɪsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “dicey” in a sentence?
Here is “dicey” used in a sentence: “Driving on that icy road felt pretty dicey.”
What is another word for “dicey”?
Words with a similar meaning to “dicey” include chancy and iffy.
What part of speech is “dicey”?
“Dicey” is an adjective.