Antonyms for
dive
To swim under water.
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No Antonyms Found for Dive

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All Definitions for Dive

Below are all the dictionary definitions of dive:

1To swim under water.
2To jump into water head-first.
3To jump headfirst toward the ground or into another substance.
4To descend sharply or steeply.
5To lose altitude quickly by pointing downwards, as with a bird or aircraft.
6To undertake with enthusiasm.
7To deliberately fall down after a challenge, imitating being fouled, in the hope of getting one's opponent penalised.
8To leap while fielding to take a brilliant catch which usally results in a wicket and appreciation.
9To cause to descend, dunk
10To plunge something into water.
11To explore by diving
12To plunge into.
13To plunge or to go deeply into any subject, question, business, etc.
14To penetrate
15To explore.
16A jump or plunge into water.
17A headfirst jump toward the ground or into another substance.
18A downward swooping motion.
19A swim under water.
20A decline.
21A seedy bar, nightclub, etc.
22Aerial descent with the nose pointed down.
23A deliberate fall after a challenge.
24Obsolete form of daeva. [(Zoroastrianism) A supernatural entity of disagreeable nature, usually considered as a demon.]

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What are antonyms for dive?

Common antonyms for dive. These words express opposite or contrasting meanings and can be used to create contrast in writing.

How many antonyms does dive have?

We have identified 0 antonyms for dive in our database. The English language often has multiple words with contrasting meanings.

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About antonyms for dive

Finding the right antonym for dive helps writers create contrast, clarify meaning, and add depth to their work. Defined as "To swim under water.", dive has 0 opposite words that can be used to express contrasting ideas.

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