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Dicey

Verb / ˈdaɪsi: / Another word for dicey — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dicey means risky or uncertain.

Synonyms & similar words

chanceful chancy dodgy risky uncertain dangerous perilous precarious chancy iffy risky shaky unpredictable tricky hazardous unstable doubtful risky hairy iffy risky risky risky

Example sentences

  1. 1. The situation seemed dicey, so I decided not to take the risk.
  2. 2. It's always a little dicey crossing the busy road near our school.
  3. 3. The game became dicey when the score was tied in the final minutes.
  4. 4. She made a dicey decision and ended up regretting it.
  5. 5. The weather can be dicey in the mountains, so make sure to pack warm clothes.

Quotes

  • 1. "Life is a dicey proposition, full of mystery." - Terrence Howard
  • 2. "When you're playing a character, the situation can be dicey, but there's nothing better." - Billy Burke
  • 3. "Sometimes you have to be a little dicey to get ahead in life." - Pharrell Williams

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