What does DICEY mean?

Dictionary Entry: Dicey 1. Parts of Speech:

Adjective

2. Definitions:

• Risky or uncertain; potentially dangerous.
• Of questionable character or reputation; unreliable.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈdaɪsi/
• UK: /ˈdʌɪsi/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "dicey" is believed to have originated in the early 20th century from the word "dice," meaning to gamble or take a risk. It is commonly used in informal contexts to describe situations that are uncertain or potentially dangerous. It can also be used to describe a person or situation that is of questionable character or reputation.

5. Synonyms:

• Risky
• Uncertain
• Hazardous
• Unreliable
• Dubious

6. Related Words:

• Dicer
• Diced
• Dices
• Dicky
• Ditch

7. Example Sentences:

• The weather looks dicey, so they decided to cancel the outdoor event.
• His reputation is a bit dicey, so I wouldn trust him with my money.
• The situation is too dicey to make a decision right now.