diving
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈdaɪvɪŋ/
KK: /ˈdaɪvɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the action of jumping into water headfirst or descending quickly into a particular area.
Example
The diving instructor taught us how to safely enter the water.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more diving
Superlative: most diving
Conversation
Did you see that diving competition on TV last night?
Yeah, those athletes are so impressive with their skills!
I know right? I wish I could do diving like them.
Same here! It looks like such an exciting sport.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
plunging
submerging
immersive
Antonyms
floating
ascending
emerging
noun
Definition
The activity of jumping into water or swimming underwater, often for recreation or sport.
Example
She enjoys diving in the ocean to explore marine life.
Conversation
Have you ever tried diving off a high board?
No, I haven't, but it looks really thrilling!
It is! The rush you get from diving is amazing.
verb
Definition
The action of jumping into water headfirst or descending into water.
Example
She enjoys diving into the ocean to explore the coral reefs.
Tense Forms
Past: dove
Past Participle: dived
Conversation
Have you ever tried diving off a cliff into the water?
No, but it sounds thrilling!
You should definitely give it a shot; I love diving like that.
Root Explanation
Diving → It is formed from "dive" (from Old English "dīfan", meaning to plunge or immerse) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "diving" refers to the action or process of plunging into water.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word for plunge, 'dīfan', to remember that 'diving' means the action of plunging into water.
Visually Confused Words
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