piked
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /paɪkt/
KK: /paɪkt/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has a pointed end or is shaped like a peak.
Example
The piked roof of the house gave it a unique appearance.
Conversation
Did you see that new climbing wall at the gym?
Yeah, it looks really challenging with those piked sections.
I think I might try it out this weekend.
You should! The piked angles make it even more fun.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
pointed
peaked
sharp
Antonyms
blunt
flat
dull
verb
Definition
To have pointed or sharpened something, or to have used a pike, which is a long weapon with a pointed end.
Example
He piked the end of the stick to make it sharper.
Tense Forms
Past: piked
Past Participle: piked
Conversation
Did you see the fish I piked earlier today?
Yeah, it was huge! What kind was it?
I think it was a trout that I piked from the river.
Root Explanation
The word 'piked' originates from Middle English 'piken', meaning to pierce or stab, which is derived from the Old English 'pician', meaning to prick or pierce. The term is often associated with the action of using a pointed object to puncture something.
Memory Tip
Think of the action of 'piercing' or 'stabbing' with a pointed object, which helps you remember that 'piked' refers to something that has been pierced or stabbed.
Visually Confused Words
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